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James Benton

Case from Jackson, MS dated Mar 12, 2021

Victim Details

James Benton

Male

Black / African American

Jackson

MS

2021-03-12

43

James

Benton

07/15/2026

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A simmering family dispute in Jackson, Mississippi, tragically boiled over on a Friday afternoon, leaving one brother dead and another fighting for his life. On March 12, 2021, James M. Benton, a 43-year-old male, was fatally shot on Grand Avenue in an altercation that sent shockwaves through the community.

The events of that day escalated to a grim conclusion, with Benton sustaining a fatal gunshot wound. His brother was also critically injured in the confrontation, adding another layer ...
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  • WJTV: JPD: 1 brother dead, 1 brother in critical condition following argument
  • The Clarion-Ledger: Police: Family dispute leaves 1 dead, 1 critically injured in Jackson
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