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Richard Jackson

Case from Taylor, GA dated Dec 16, 1920

Victim Details

Richard W Jackson

Male

White / Caucasian

Taylor

GA

1920-12-16

39

Richard

Jackson

07/09/2026

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In the line of duty, Federal Prohibition Agent Richard Jackson, a 39-year-old male, met a violent end in Taylor County, Georgia. His death came during a confrontation with moonshiners, a testament to the dangers faced by law enforcement during the Prohibition era. The fatal encounter unfolded after Agent Jackson and two of his colleagues successfully raided an illegal still and apprehended three suspects involved in the illicit operation.

The agents were in the process of transporting the ...
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    I’ve been reading about Richard W. Jackson, and it’s just so upsetting to think about the loss h... ...Read More
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