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Jeff Gerla

Case from Jacksonville, TX dated Jul 20, 2021

Victim Details

Jeff Gerla

Male

Jacksonville

TX

2021-07-20

47

Jeff

Gerla

07/26/2026

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Jeffrey Jack Gerla, a 47-year-old mental health specialist from Troup, Texas, tragically lost his life on July 20, 2021, in Jacksonville, Texas. Gerla was born on October 19, 1973, in Bellville, Texas, and was known for his creativity, love for aquariums, and devotion to his job and family. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Troup and was highly regarded by those who knew him.

Gerla's death was part of a quadruple homicide that occurred at a home in New Summerfield, T ...
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  • NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth: 4 Killed During Robbery in East Texas Home, 3 Arrested
  • https://www.kwtx.com: 3 arrested in connection with Cherokee County quadruple homicide
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