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Jarrett Brooks enjoyed the rancher’s lifestyle. Even though he didn’t live on a ranch, he found some odd jobs at some nearby properties where he did some handyman and maintenance type of work.
Jarrett was also usually seen with his cowboy hat and boots.
In 2023, Jarrett was 16 years old. He was being homeschooled but still had many local friends in his town of Joseph City, Arizona.
He volunteered as an explorer at the local fire department and was friendly with everyone he met. Jarrett was also described as talkative and not someone who was ever shy.
Jarrett’s family life was a bit strict- which was likely important because he was one of seven children in the household. There had to be rules to keep some order.
On the night of July 3, 2023, Jarrett was grounded for taking out one of his father’s hunting vehicles. He had been strictly forbidden from taking the vehicle out, and his parents learned that he had snuck out with it.
Not only that, but he had damaged it in the process.
Around 10:00 p.m., his parents took his phone, which was something they did with all their children every evening.
The next morning, the family woke up early as they had a big day full of 4th of July events…
