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Shawn Berry Release
Status
Conviction
Type
Homicide
Date
June 7, 1998
Location
Jasper, Texas
Victim Age
Unknown
Gender
Multiple
The brutal 1998 murder of James Byrd Jr. in Jasper, Texas led to convictions of all three perpetrators. John King was executed in 2019. Lawrence Brewer was executed in 2011. Shawn Berry received life imprisonment and is eligible for parole. The case inspired federal hate crime legislation.
Last Seen / Last Known Information
June 7, 1998, Jasper, TX
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