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Paul Jackson, Jr.

Age: 24
Race: Black
Sex: Male
Date Reported Missing:
Date of Death:
Date of Recovery: 9/14/1972
Cause: Shooting
County: Prince George's
Referring Case Number: D-61-11058

On September 14, 1972 motorists discovered a body on the southbound exit ramp from I-495 to MD Route 5 in Camp Springs, Prince George's County, MD. The body was subsequently identified as Paul Jackson, Jr. who had been shot. It is believed Jackson was shot at another location and his body left on the exit ramp. Jackson was alleged to have been in the company of two associates from Washington D.C. the previous evening. Two suspects were identified however, no charges were ever placed due to lack of evidence.

Contact Information for this case:
Maryland State Police Homicide

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