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Brian James Gilliam

Case from Gaffney, SC dated Mar 28, 2015

Victim Details

Brian James Gilliam

Male

White / Caucasian

Gaffney

SC

2015-03-28

42

Brian

James Gilliam

06/28/2026

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Brian James Gilliam, a 42-year-old man from Gaffney, South Carolina, lost his life in what was described as a tragic hunting accident on March 28, 2015. At the time of his death, he was a self-employed roofer and was known by those close to him as a true outdoorsman. When he wasn't hunting or fishing, he could often be found working in his yard or tinkering with something.

He was a devoted father and grandfather who loved his family dearly. He was born on November 18, 1972, in Grover to t ...
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  • http://www.wbtw.com/story/28649750/sc-hunter-dies-in-accident-with-muzzle-loading-shotgun
  • Gaffney man dies after turkey hunting accident - GoUpstate
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