Killing of Clifford Jackson in Florida in 1951

Incident

Case summary

Clifford Jackson (1913 - 1951), a roofer, was killed by police officer Al St. John in Palm Beach County, Florida. Jackson and his wife, Rosie, were picked up by the police. While the police interviewed his wife, Jackson allegedly ran out of the station through a window. John chased after Jackson and fatally shot him in the back.

Victim(s):

Clifford Jackson


Alleged perpetrators/other named individuals:

Al St. John

Perpetrator group type: police

Date of incident: 1951-02-17
Location: Riviera Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida
Location type: public space - urban
Allegation against victim: fleeing from the police

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Finding of no legal responsibility: [ ]

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DOJ case ID:

144-18-178


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