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James Thomas Jim Whitaker

Case from South-bloomingville, OH dated Jul 04, 2020

Victim Details

James Thomas Jim Whitaker Jr.

Male

White / Caucasian

South-bloomingville

OH

2020-07-04

56

James

Thomas Jim Whitaker

07/03/2026

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James Thomas 'Jim' Whitaker, a 56-year-old man from South Bloomingville, Ohio, was tragically murdered on July 4, 2020. Whitaker, who was known for his passion for hunting, fishing, carpentry, and auto racing, was found deceased at his cabin. His death was initially reported as a missing person case when his family hadn't seen or heard from him since July 3, 2020.

The investigation into Whitaker's death led to the arrest of Michael Thomas Dixon, a 40-year-old resident of Laurelville, Ohio ...
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  • 10tv.com: Father, daughter charged after human remains found in Hocking County
  • https://www.newcomercolumbus.com/Obituary/190408/James-Whitaker-Jr/Columbus-OH
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