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James Edward Pough: A Detailed Account of His Crimes

Introduction

James Edward Pough was an American spree killer responsible for a deadly rampage that took place in Jacksonville, Florida, on June 18, 1990. Pough's actions left multiple people dead and many others injured before he ultimately took his own life. His crimes were motivated by personal grievances and financial troubles.

The GMAC Massacre

On the morning of June 18, 1990, Pough entered a General Motors Acceptance Corporation (GMAC) loan office in Jacksonville, Florida. Armed with a .38 caliber revolver and a semi-automatic rifle, he began shooting indiscriminately at employees and customers. His attack lasted for several minutes before he turned the gun on himself.

Victims of the GMAC Attack

  • Ken Patrick - Killed during the attack.
  • Kimberly Ruggles - Killed during the attack.
  • Six Other Unnamed Individuals - Killed during the attack.
  • Four Additional Victims - Seriously injured.
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Victims
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Confirmed Victims: (12)
  • David Lee Pender Age: (27), Date of Death: 1971-05-08
  •     ...View 11 additional victims
    Survivors:
  • Unidentified teenager Age: (17), Date of Attack: June 17, 1990
  • Unidentified teenager Age: (18), Date of Attack: June 17, 1990
  • David Hendrix Age: (25), Date of Attack: June 18, 1990
  • Phyllis Griggs , Date of Attack: June 18, 1990
  • Ron Echevarria , Date of Attack: June 18, 1990
  • Nancy Dill , Date of Attack: June 18, 1990
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    Killer's Details

    James Edward

    Pough

    February 16, 1948 Jacksonville, Florida, United States

    June 18, 1990 (aged 42) Jacksonville, Florida, United States

    Suicide by gunshot

    Male

    Black

    13 (including himself and his friend in 1971)

    1971; June 17–18, 1990

    Florida

    Jacksonville

    07/03/2025