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James Botley Jr.

Case from Port-arthur, TX dated Jan 29, 2022

Victim Details

James Botley Jr.

Male

Black / African American

Port-arthur

TX

2022-01-29

20

James

Botley Jr.

08/02/2026

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James "Fatty" Botley Jr., a 20-year-old African American male from Port Arthur, Texas, tragically passed away on January 29, 2022. He was a 2020 graduate of Memorial High School and was well-loved by his family and friends. Botley Jr.'s death occurred at the Encore Apartments in the 3600 block of Jimmy Johnson Blvd. According to reports, he was involved in an argument with another individual when shots were fired, leading to his fatal injuries.

Port Arthur police responded to the scene sh ...
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  • Port Arthur News: Port Arthur Police share details after separate shootings leave 1 dead, 2 injured - Port Arthur News
  • KFDM: Three shootings, one fatal, in Port Arthur on Saturday night
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