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LaMarcus Butler
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Gender
Male
Age
16 yrs
Nationality
United States
Marital Status
Unknown
Date of Death
08/21/2001
Location
Maple Street and Bailey Avenue Jackson MS 39203 Hinds
Cause of Death
Vehic/Purs
Passenger in a car driven by Lamarcus Butler, who was pursued by officer Gregory Jackson for 2 miles for driving without headlights. The chase was supposed to have been called off, but Jackson continued his pursuit (turning off his lights and siren) until Butler ran a red light and crashed into a SUV. Margaret Stephens, a passenger in the SUV was killed; Butler's passenger also died from injuries sustained in the crash.
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Alleged Responsible Party
Jackson Police Department
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