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Bruce Swierc

Death by Force
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Bruce Swierc, aged 48, tragically lost his life on September 29, 2021, in Ulster, New York. Swierc, who resided in Torrance, California, had returned to his hometown to console his mother after the loss of her partner. During his visit, he reconnected with his childhood friend, Gregory Thayer. The two had been close since their school days, sharing a deep bond that spanned decades. On the night of the incident, Swierc was at Thayer's home on Magic Drive, where they spent the evening drinking and ...Read More
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  • Daily Freeman: Town of Ulster man indicted on murder charge in shooting death of ‘best friend’
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    Victim Details

    Bruce Swierc

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Ulster

    NY

    2021-09-29

    48

    Bruce

    Swierc

    11/14/2025

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