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James Robbins

Death by Force
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In the small town of Crawfordsville, Arkansas, a sudden and violent encounter cut short the life of Deputy Sheriff James Edward Robbins. On a Monday, June 12, 1944, the 48-year-old lawman was in the midst of his duties when he responded to a heated argument between a man and several women. With nine years of service to the Crittenden County Sheriff's Office, Robbins likely approached the volatile situation with the intention of restoring peace.

Tragically, the confrontation escalated, and ...Read More
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  • Richard James Robbins Obituary - Servies & Morgan Funeral Home
    • Victim Details

    James Robbins

    Male

    Crawfordsville

    AR

    1944-06-09

    48

    James

    Robbins

    11/14/2025

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    05/04/2024
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