Quincy Jovan Allen

Serial Killer

Quincy Jovan Allen: A Detailed Account of His Crimes

Early Life and Criminal Onset

Quincy Jovan Allen, born on November 7, 1979, in Columbia, South Carolina, embarked on a violent crime spree in the summer of 2002. His criminal activities were reportedly inspired during a stint in federal prison for vehicle theft, where a fellow inmate suggested he could secure employment as a Mafia hitman.

July 7, 2002: The Assault on James White

In the early hours of July 7, 2002, Allen approached 51-year-old James White, a homeless man sleeping on a bench in Finlay Park, Columbia. Seeking to practice with his newly obtained shotgun, Allen shot White twice. Miraculously, White survived the attack. Allen later confessed to using White as a "practice victim" to familiarize himself with the weapon.

July 10, 2002: The Murder of Dale Evonne Hall

Just days later, on July 10, Allen encountered 45-year-old Dale Evonne Hall on Two Notch Road in Columbia. He drove her to a secluded area near Interstate 77, where he shot her multiple times, including a fatal shot to the head. To conceal his crime, Allen purchased gasoline, returned to the scene, and set Hall's body ablaze. Remarkably, he then resumed his shift at the Texas Roadhouse Grill, where he was employed. ...Read More

Confirmed Victims: (4)

Dale Evonne Hall Age: (45), Date of Death: 2002-07-10

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'He will kill again; he likes it': SC serial killer sentenced to life ... - WIS

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