Persons of Interest in Custody After Taheem Jackson’s Fatal Shooting

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Taheem Jackson

Police are asking anyone with information that could aid in their investigation of a recent shooting incident at Grays Farm to come forward.

The incident resulted in the death of 23-year-old Taheem Jackson, who was shot multiple times around 7:00 pm on Saturday, March 29, on Christian Street. He was pronounced dead shortly after arriving at the hospital.

Currently, ‘persons of interest’ are assisting authorities in their inquiries.

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The police were present at the scene late Saturday night to gather further evidence. Jackson marks the nation’s fifth homicide victim for the year.

Those with information can contact the Grays Farm Police Station at 462-0481 or the Criminal Investigations Department at 462-3913 at 462-3913.

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Comments (8)

  • Rhea March 31, 2025, 7:56 AM

    I hope they are charged to an extent.
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    • Juju Bee March 31, 2025, 9:01 AM

      Charged to the extent? This must be a new one since a charge is a charge is a charge.
      If found guilty you should hope that they are sentenced to the maximum
      Reply
  • Antigua Surf March 31, 2025, 8:07 AM

    Killing is never a good thing. Charge then hard. give them life sentences
    Reply
  • Beverly March 31, 2025, 9:16 AM

    This man just had a baby. Now this baby has no father. What a life we are living. It’s a sad state of affairs
    Reply
  • Stone March 31, 2025, 9:19 AM

    Still don’t know where all these guns coming from?? Or do you??
    Reply
  • Starlight March 31, 2025, 10:57 AM

    This is so sad …..may his soul rest in eternal peace …….lord knows best
    Reply
  • Luka Johnson March 31, 2025, 11:13 AM

    Obviously the police sell them the weapons.
    Reply
  • Unruly One March 31, 2025, 12:02 PM

    Throw the whole book at them. These guys are too wicked. Killed a young man for some foolishness i am sure.
    Reply

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