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James Basse

Case from Decatur, IL dated Sep 15, 2017

Victim Details

James M. Jimmy Basse

Male

Black / African American

Decatur

IL

2017-09-15

40

James

Basse

07/11/2026

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James M. "Jimmy" Basse, a 40-year-old male from Decatur, IL, passed away on September 15, 2017. The circumstances surrounding his death have not been widely reported, and there is limited information available regarding any arrests, suspects, litigations, murder cases, or investigations related to his death. The obituary for James Basse mentions that private family services were held, and the Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Home in Decatur assisted the family. However, no further details about the ...
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  • James Basse Obituary - (1976 - 2017) - Decatur, IL - Northwest Herald
  • Coroner, police identifies homicide victim
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