“I think growing up in Indiana prepares one for a life in comedy. I do feel like there is a certain kind of self-effacing cynicism among Hoosiers.” – Jim Gaffigan
On this date in 1986, Michael “Mike” Wayne Jackson (41) shot and killed probation officer Tom Gahl during a home visit. Jackson fled, setting off a three state crime spree during which he is suspected of committing kidnappings and two other murders in his effort to evade law enforcement. Briefly named to the FBI’s Ten…
On this date in 1986, Michael “Mike” Wayne Jackson (41) shot and killed probation officer Tom Gahl during a home visit. Jackson fled, setting off a three state crime spree during which he is suspected of committing kidnappings and two other murders in his effort to evade law enforcement. Briefly named to the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted list, Jackson was cornered in a Wright City, Missouri barn where he ended his own life with a self-inflicted shotgun wound ten days later.
My brother and I witnessed the murder of the probation officer while walking to school that morning. It’s something that will haunt me for the rest of my life. I was 9 years old. We found a bunch of rabbits that Michael was taking care of. He had a good soul but unfortunately his mental condition took over.
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Thank you for sharing your personal knowledge, Brandi!
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