Margaret E. Stephens, 53

Jackson, Mississippi
August 21, 2001

Agencies: Jackson Police Department Mississippi.

Cause of death: Vehicular


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Overview

Stephens was killed when the SUV she was riding in was struck by a car driven by LaMarcus Butler, who was being chased by Officer Gregory Jackson. A judge found Jackson had been called off the chase by his supervisor, but continued to follow Butler after turning off his lights and siren, showing reckless disregard for public safety.

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