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John Big Williams

Case from Hayneville, AL dated Nov 23, 2019

Victim Details

John Big

Male

Black / African American

Hayneville

AL

2019-11-23

62

John

Big Williams

Yes

07/13/2026

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In the small town of Hayneville, Alabama, a beloved figure, Sheriff John 'Big John' Williams, a 62-year-old African American man, met a tragic and untimely end on the night of Saturday, November 23, 2019. The revered lawman, known for his dedication to the community he served for over four decades, was fatally shot at a convenience store in the heart of the town he swore to protect.

That evening, Sheriff Williams responded to a call from the owner of a QV gas station who was seeking assis ...
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  • The Montgomery Advertiser: ‘To know him is to love him’: Learn how Lowndes County Sheriff John Williams lived, served
  • WBMA: Suspect arrested in sheriff's death is son of law enforcement officer
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    Does anyone else find it unsettling that an 18-year-old ended up in such a life-altering situation? ... ...Read More
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