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James Cornelius Pace

Case from Littleville, AL dated Aug 18, 1963

Victim Details

James Cornelius Pace

Male

White / Caucasian

Littleville

AL

1963-08-18

50

James

Cornelius Pace

Primary Suspect Deceased

07/02/2026

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In the small town of Littleville, Alabama, a routine attempt to uphold the law on August 18, 1963, ended in a violent tragedy that claimed the life of its dedicated Chief of Police, James Cornelius Pace. A 50-year-old White male, Chief Pace was a respected figure in his community, a husband, and a father to four children. His commitment to his duty would ultimately cost him his life in a sudden and brutal ambush.

The events of that fateful day unfolded when Chief Pace, accompanied by Colb ...
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