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NewsWFLA News Channel 8August 24, 2026Hillsborough County

Sentencing begins for Jeffrey Crum following conviction in 1993 murder of Jennifer Odom

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Sentencing proceedings have commenced for Jeffrey Crum, who was found guilty last week of kidnapping and murdering 12-year-old Jennifer Odom in 1993. The sentencing follows a week-long trial in Hernando County where jurors delivered a guilty verdict.

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Why It Matters

The sentencing concludes a legal case regarding a 1993 homicide that remained unresolved for decades, determining the final penalty for the convicted individual.

Key Facts

  • Jeffrey Crum was found guilty of kidnapping and murdering 12-year-old Jennifer Odom.
  • The crime occurred in 1993.
  • The jury verdict was delivered in Hernando County last week.
  • Sentencing proceedings for Jeffrey Crum began on Monday.
  • The trial lasted one week.

Who's Mentioned

locationPasco County“Location where the victim was kidnapped.”PersonJennifer Odom“Victim of the 1993 crime.”locationHernando County“Jurisdiction where the trial took place and the body was found.”PersonJeffrey Crum“Defendant convicted of kidnapping, sexual assault, and murder.”PersonRichard Buxman“Prosecutor for the state.”other12“The age of the victim at the time of the crime.”PersonJenna Finkelstein“Defense attorney for Jeffrey Crum.”