Tami’s Sister Sets the Scene | Tami Jackson’s Murder, Part 1
Zone 7 with Sheryl McCollum12/15/22 • 39 min
Part 1. On January 26, 1994, 17-year-old Tami Renee Jackson’s body is discovered. Port Authority workers on Hutchinson Island, near Savannah, Georgia, find Tami; she has been stabbed more than 130 times, is bound, and has been run over by a vehicle. Investigators process evidence at the scene and conduct interviews with potential witnesses, but eventually, the case goes cold.
In this episode of Zone 7, Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum, talks with Stacy Patterson, sister of Tami Jackson. They discuss how Sheryl became involved in the case, what life was like for Tami and her siblings, the events leading up to Tami’s brutal murder, and the family’s efforts to keep the murder investigation moving forward. Stacy shares how the detective assigned to the case, Detective Tarra Smith, has inspired renewed hope that after more than two decades, there will finally be justice for Tami Jackson.
Show Notes:
0:00 - Introduction to Zone 7 with Sheryl McCollum
1:18 - Brief overview of the homicide case involving victim, Tami Jackson
2:28 - Introduction of Crime Scene Investigator, Sheryl McCollum
4:23 - Facts from the case and the approximate timetable of Tami’s last hours of life
8:15 - Sheryl describes how she became involved in the case
9:46 - Who was Tami Jackson?
12:00 - Introduction of Stacy Patterson, sister of Tami Jackson
13:56 - Stacy Patterson describes Tami and what life was like growing up with her siblings
12:08 - Events that lead to Tami moving out of the family home
26:05 - Tami Jackson’s cold case is assigned to a new detective, Detective Tarra Smith
21:53 - Sheryl and Stacy invite Carl Marino of Homicide Hunter to assist in raising funds for further testing of the crime scene evidence
31:34 - Stacy describes the efforts she and her family go to, to keep the investigation moving forward
34:08 - Officials working on the case are determined to find whoever is responsible for Tami Jackson’s murder
35:35- Facebook: Justice for Tami Jackson, and Detective Smith’s resolve
37:15 - Sheryl concludes the interview with Stacy Patterson and shares information about Zone 7 Episode: 2
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12/15/22 • 39 min
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Zone 7 with Sheryl McCollum - Tami’s Sister Sets the Scene | Tami Jackson’s Murder, Part 1
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There is no better sound in the world to me than a full house with all of my family here in the laughter, singing, cheering, stories, babies, dogs, the kitchen, and full action, listening to all the people that love me. In this just cocktail of energy, infusion of history of our events, our ancestry, while adding simultaneously memories. If just one of us is missing, the dynamic changes. You can literally feel one person's absence in a room of th
Tami’s Sister Sets the Scene | Tami Jackson’s Murder, Part 1 Top Questions Answered
What are some dangerous choices Tammy made while dating her older boyfriend?
Tammy made poor and dangerous choices, but specific examples are not mentioned in the information provided.
Why did Tammy's parents kick her out of their house?
Tammy's parents eventually kicked her out of their house, possibly due to her rebellious behavior and dating an older man.
Did Tammy continue attending school despite her rebellious actions?
Yes, Tammy still attended school every day, despite feeling conflicted about her choices.
How did Detective Tara Smith become involved in Tammy's cold case?
Detective Tara Smith took an interest in Tammy's cold case and got involved after crossing paths with a friend of Tammy's family.
What efforts did Tammy's family make to raise awareness for the case?
Tammy's family organized events to raise money and awareness for her case.
Was Tammy's murder related to a serial killer?
There is speculation about whether there is a serial killer involved in Tammy's murder, but it remains unsolved.
Where was Tammy's body found?
Tammy's body was found on Hutchinson Island, Georgia, by construction workers.
Who was Tammy last seen talking to before she went missing?
Tammy was last seen talking to two men in a car before she went missing for nine hours.
What was Tammy's personality like?
Tammy was described as having a playful and adventurous spirit, being somewhere between a child and a woman.
Has Tammy's murder been solved?
No, Tammy's murder remains unsolved, and the killer is still at large.
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