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A man's body is discovered behind the counter of a sporting goods store
On June 22, 1976, Daniel Gene Lutz, age 28, was tragically killed during a robbery at his family-owned business, Lutz Sporting Goods and Grocery Store, located on State Road 44, approximately 4.5 miles west of Liberty, Indiana. Daniel's body was discovered behind the store's counter around 12:50 p.m. He was found deceased from injuries sustained during the apparent robbery. The store served the rural community, and Daniel was well known in the area, adding an additional layer of heartbreak for l ...Read More
On June 22, 1976, Daniel Gene Lutz, age 28, was tragically killed during a robbery at his family-owned business, Lutz Sporting Goods and Grocery Store, located on State Road 44, approximately 4.5 miles west of Liberty, Indiana. Daniel's body was discovered behind the store's counter around 12:50 p.m. He was found deceased from injuries sustained during the apparent robbery. The store served the rural community, and Daniel was well known in the area, adding an additional layer of heartbreak for l ...Read More
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Daniel Gene Lutz
August 22, 2023
Male
Caucasian / White
Liberty
IN
1976-06-22
$0.00
28
Daniel Gene
Lutz
12/02/2025
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I can't help but feel for the family of Daniel Gene Lutz and the community of Liberty. Knowing that ... ...Read More
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