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Tushon Jones
Status: HOMICIDE
City: East Orange
State: New Jersey
County: Essex County
Date of birth: March 10, 1982
Date of death: February 28, 2016
Age: 33
Gender: Male
Race: African American/Black
Cause of death: Gun Firearm
Anniversary month: February
LEA: Essex County Prosecutor's Office
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July 28, 2025 | By: Tristan Larrabee This story is part of a collaborative project between Project: Cold Case and the University of North Florida’s Applied Journalism class. From a young age, Tushon ‘Tu’ Jones knew his passion in life was creating and producing music, like his inspirations Jay-Z and Lil Wayne. “He always dreamed of signing to a major record label one day,” said his sister, Titeyana Jones. However, Tushon would never get the chance to fully realize his dreams. Over nine years ago, Tushon was found murdered in his New Jersey home. The case remains unsolved. Tushon grew up in Orange, a small township in New Jersey, where most people know each other. When he wasn’t watching Martin on Fox or making prank calls with his brother Kareem, Tushon was spending time with his father or sister Titeyana. Tushon valued nothing more than family. “He loved his parents,” said Titeyana. “He supported them however he could, whether it be bringing in the groceries or helping them... Read More
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