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In the quiet community of Nordland, Washington, a late summer evening barbecue took a tragic turn, ending the life of 24-year-old James McDonald. On August 26, 2020, McDonald was enjoying a gathering with friends on Marrowstone Island. Also present was 59-year-old John Paul Beckmeyer and his girlfriend, Danielle Boucher. The group was drinking and barbecuing outside a fifth-wheel trailer where Beckmeyer resided.
An argument reportedly began when Beckmeyer complained about the volume of th ...Read More
An argument reportedly began when Beckmeyer complained about the volume of th ...Read More
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James McDonald
Male
White / Caucasian
Nordland
WA
2020-08-26
24
James
McDonald
11/09/2025
Forum Posts (2)
Hey everyone, I’ve been following the case of James McDonald with a heavy heart, like so many of u... ...Read More
01/15/2024
01/15/2024
I can’t stop thinking about the absolute bravery James McDonald displayed in those last moments. T... ...Read More
11/04/2023
11/04/2023
