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James Ragen

Case from Oscoda, MI dated Oct 06, 2025

Victim Details

James Ragen

Male

White / Caucasian

Oscoda

MI

2025-10-06

31

James

Ragen

07/12/2026

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In the small community of AuSable Township, Michigan, a late-night argument on October 6, 2025, ended in the death of 31-year-old James Thomas Ragen IV. A male, James was a father to four children and a veteran of the United States Army, having served in the 82nd Airborne Division. Born in Alpena, Michigan, he was known by friends and family as a compassionate and dedicated father who enjoyed sharing his love for the outdoors and video games with his children.

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  • ABC 12 WJRT-TV: Iosco County woman charged with shooting and killing her husband
  • mlive: Northern Michigan woman charged with murder after husband shot with .357 revolver
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