Shoplifter’s Escape Led to Tragic Death | Jacksonville News

A Jacksonville shop owner, Ilson Kim, was fatally struck by a car while trying to stop a shoplifter in December 2024. The driver, Darrell Beauford — part of the theft crew — fled the scene and was arrested nearly 18 months later, now facing murder-related charges and a $525K bail. Two accomplices, Tashina Dobbins and David Pulliam, have already been sentenced. Dobbins, who helped identify Beauford as “City,” is serving 10 years; Pulliam got 10 months. Beauford admitted he moved to the wheel to escape, and his next court date is July 30 — a heartbreaking case showing how petty crimes can spiral into tragedy. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a7d1c54894983498