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Darius Austin

Case from Jackson, TN dated Sep 28, 2016

Victim Details

Darius Austin

Male

Black / African American

Jackson

TN

2016-09-28

32

Darius

Austin

07/11/2026

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In the late hours of September 28, 2016, in Jackson, Tennessee, a dispute escalated into a tragedy that claimed the life of 32-year-old Darius Austin. A male, and father of four, Austin was fatally shot during an altercation on Dupree Street in the eastern part of the city.

The evening began with a gathering that was interrupted when others arrived, leading to an argument and 'trash talk' that soon turned into a physical fight. Although family members stated that Austin was not involved i ...
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  • WBBJ TV: Family member describes confrontation that led to deadly Dupree Street shooting - WBBJ TV
  • WBBJ TV: Update: 1 dead after late-night shooting in east Jackson - WBBJ TV
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