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Jay Higginbotham, aged 40, was tragically killed on May 12, 2016, in Indianapolis, Indiana. His death was part of a series of murders committed by Johnathan Cruz, who went on a four-day killing spree inspired by the horror film "The Purge." Cruz's rampage began on May 12 and ended on May 15, 2016, resulting in the deaths of three individuals, including Higginbotham^1^.
On the morning of May 12, Jay Higginbotham was found near the intersection of 9th and Denny Streets. Witnesses reported h ...Read More
On the morning of May 12, Jay Higginbotham was found near the intersection of 9th and Denny Streets. Witnesses reported h ...Read More
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Jay Higginbotham
Male
Indianapolis
IN
2016-05-12
40
Jay
Higginbotham
11/07/2025







