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James Crabtree Jr

Case from Columbus, OH dated Oct 29, 2014

Victim Details

James Crabtree Jr

Male

White / Caucasian

Columbus

OH

2014-10-29

45

James

Crabtree Jr

07/06/2026

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James Crabtree Jr., a 45-year-old, was tragically shot and killed on October 29, 2014, in Columbus, Ohio. Crabtree, who was working as a pizza delivery driver for Grandma's Pizza, was making a delivery on North Cassady Avenue when he was attacked in an apparent robbery attempt. He was shot multiple times while sitting in his car, and despite efforts to save him, he succumbed to his injuries at the scene.

Following the incident, Columbus Police launched an investigation that led to the arr ...
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