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Son Arrested for Shocking Murder of Mother in Jacksonville

2/12/2025

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In a tragic turn of events, 28-year-old Eric Cobb was arrested in Jacksonville, Florida, for the shocking murder of his mother, 51-year-old Erika Winford. Her lifeless body was discovered wrapped in a blanket in their backyard, following reports of screams and gunfire. Cobb's past, marked by legal troubles and mental health struggles, adds a haunting layer to this heartbreaking story.

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Story summary

In a tragic turn of events, 28-year-old Eric Cobb was arrested in Jacksonville, Florida, for the shocking murder of his mother, 51-year-old Erika Winford. Her lifeless body was discovered wrapped in a blanket in their backyard, following reports of screams and gunfire. Cobb's past, marked by legal troubles and mental health struggles, adds a haunting layer to this heartbreaking story.