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James E. McNeal Jr.

United States · Aged 29 · Died 01/05/2003
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Officer John Pickens shot and killed James E. McNeal Jr. after a police chase that began in Kansas City, MO and ended in Kansas City, KS. Shortly before 2 a.m., Pickens and officer Chris Praschak attempted to stop a Ford Explorer. A chase ensued until the SUV's three occupants jumped from the other near Parker School. Police said McNeal began struggling with Pickens, who then shot him.

Alleged responsible partyKansas City Police DepartmentReported by the cited sources. “Alleged” is used pending verification.

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