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Jimmy Ray Smith Arrested as Fourth Suspect in 14-Hour Housemate Torture in Jefferson County

Oct 2, 2024, 06:17 PM

A fourth suspect has been arrested in connection with the kidnapping and torture of a housemate in Jefferson County. Jimmy Ray Smith, a 39-year-old resident of the county, faces 17 charges, including attempted first-degree murder and kidnapping, for his role in the attack. The incident occurred on September 15 in the 4700 block of South Oak Court, where the victim was tied up for 14 hours and beaten with a bat and pry bar. Investigators partnered with the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office Fugitive Team and other agencies to apprehend Smith.