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James Leonard J.L. Jackson

Case from Colorado Springs, CO dated Nov 09, 1995

Victim Details

James Leonard J.L. Jackson

Male

Colorado Springs

CO

1995-11-09

14

James

Leonard J.L. Jackson

Yes

07/12/2026

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In the crisp autumn air of November 9, 1995, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, the life of 14-year-old James Leonard 'JL' Jackson was tragically cut short. A dispute that began in the parking lot of Sierra High School between two other students escalated with deadly consequences, forever altering the lives of several families.

The incident was rooted in a confrontation between Moses Cooley, a member of the Crips gang, and another student, Matt Tuiletufuga. Following an argument, Cooley threa ...
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