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Percy King

Case from Jackson, MS dated Jan 19, 2018

Victim Details

Percy King

Male

Black / African American

Jackson

MS

2018-01-19

57

Percy

King

08/03/2026

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On a tragic day in Jackson, Mississippi, Percy King, a 57-year-old man cherished by his community, was shot and killed at his home on Scott Street. The incident, which occurred on January 12, 2018, also claimed the life of 19-year-old Jarvis Birtfield. When police officers arrived at the scene shortly before 12:30 p.m., they discovered King in his front yard with multiple gunshot wounds. Birtfield was found deceased nearby on the street, having sustained a gunshot wound to the head.

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  • The Clarion Ledger: UPDATE: Man charged in Scott Street double homicide
  • Dozens of animals removed from slain wildlife expert's home - WAPT
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    Has anyone else been thinking about the connection Percy might've had to Jarvis Birtfield? I find it... ...Read More
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    Has anyone else been following the friendship between Percy King and Jarvis Birtfield? It breaks my ... ...Read More
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    Did anyone here have personal experiences with Percy King at the Jackson Zoo or any of his education... ...Read More
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