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Director Of Investigations John

Case from Robinsonville, MS dated Jan 21, 2015

Victim Details

Director Of Investigations John

Male

White / Caucasian

Robinsonville

MS

2015-01-21

45

Director

Of Investigations John

07/03/2026

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In the small town of Robinsonville, Mississippi, a routine training exercise on January 21, 2015, ended in tragedy, claiming the life of a respected law enforcement officer. John Ballard Gorman, the newly appointed Director of Investigations for the Mississippi Gaming Commission, was fatally wounded during this session. Gorman, a 45-year-old male, had dedicated 22 years of his life to the commission, earning a reputation for his professionalism and dedication.

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  • WREG.com: Mississippi Gaming agent dies after accidental shooting in Tunica

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    I was reading about the incident where John Ballard Gorman tragically lost his life, and I can’t h... ...Read More
    08/04/2023
    Has anyone else been following the training accident that led to John Ballard Gorman's untimely deat... ...Read More
    01/21/2023
    It's hard not to feel a deep sorrow for John Gorman's family and colleagues during this incredibly d... ...Read More
    01/18/2023
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