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James “Jimmy” William Weldon
United States · Died 04/10/2012
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Weldon threatened family members and told neighbors that he had bombs and booby traps. Neighbors complained to law enforcement. Sheriff Joe Walker and Sergeant Matthews confronted Weldon at his residence. Weldon reportedly drew a weapon or weapons. Walker and Matthews fatally shot him. Walker asked the ATF to diffuse the explosives that Weldon claimed he had.
Alleged responsible partyNewton County Sheriff's OfficeReported by the cited sources. “Alleged” is used pending verification.
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