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Michael Watkins

Case from Louisville, KY dated Dec 08, 2009

Victim Details

Michael Watkins

December 16, 2022

Male

White / Caucasian

Louisville

KY

2009-12-08

2009-12-08

53

Michael

Watkins

07/02/2026


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Michael Wayne Watkins, a 53-year-old white male, was a dedicated service technician known by friends and family as a 'work-aholic' with no known enemies. He spent his days repairing novelty games like pool tables and dart machines for BJ's Novelty in Louisville, Kentucky. His commitment to his work often meant long hours, and the evening of his 53rd birthday on December 8, 2009, was no exception. Instead of celebrating, Watkins was working late at the shop on Arcade Avenue.

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