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Jalen Jones

Case from Tallahassee, FL dated Jan 26, 2021

Victim Details

Jalen Jones

Male

Black / African American

Tallahassee

FL

2021-01-26

18

Jalen

Jones

06/30/2026

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Jalen Paul Jones, an 18-year-old resident of Tallahassee, Florida, tragically lost his life on January 26, 2021, which was also his birthday. Jalen was a student at Rickards High School and was known for his passion for rapping, fashion, and basketball. His untimely death left a significant impact on his family, friends, and the local community. Jalen's body was discovered behind a Shell gas station on Woodville Highway, near a walking trail that led to an apartment complex where he lived. He ha ...
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  • Tallahassee Democrat: Juvenile charged with murder in fatal shooting of Rickards student confesses
  • https://www.wctv.tv: Family identifies victim in LCSO’s death investigation near Woodville Highway Shell gas station
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    I’ve been thinking a lot about Jalen’s family and friends, especially on the weekend basketball ... ...Read More
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