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James Baker

Death by Force
Case Description
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James E. Baker, a 64-year-old Caucasian male from Amelia, Ohio, tragically passed away on June 18, 2016. He was the owner of KayJay Gun Shop and was well-regarded in his community. Baker was fatally shot in the neck during a concealed carry class at his gun shop. The incident occurred when a student accidentally discharged a firearm while practicing weapon malfunction drills. Despite immediate efforts to resuscitate him, Baker was pronounced dead at the scene.

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  • The Cincinnati Enquirer: James Baker's Obituary on The Cincinnati Enquirer
  • WLWT: Neighbors 'heartbroken' by accidental fatal shooting of gun shop owner
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    Victim Details

    James Baker

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Amelia

    OH

    2016-06-18

    64

    James

    Baker

    11/25/2025

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