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Dereck Lee James

Case from Warfield, KY dated Mar 23, 2018

Victim Details

Dereck Lee James

Male

White / Caucasian

Warfield

KY

2018-03-23

26

Dereck

Lee James

07/07/2026

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In the quiet community of Warfield, Kentucky, the life of 26-year-old Dereck Lee James was tragically cut short in a devastating act of violence. On March 23, 2018, James, along with two other individuals, became the victim of a triple homicide that shook the small town. The white male was found deceased at the scene, leaving behind a grieving family and a community searching for answers. The incident not only claimed the life of James but also those of 20-year-old Micah Sammons and 31-year-old ...
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    I stumbled upon Dereck Lee James's obituary and I'm left with a lot of questions. It’s so strange ... ...Read More
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