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Roy James Bell

Case from Mechanicville, NY dated Apr 28, 1967

Victim Details

Roy James Bell

Male

Mechanicville

NY

1967-04-28

33

Roy

James Bell

07/24/2026

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In the quiet town of Mechanicville, New York, a devastating tragedy unfolded on April 28, 1967, forever marking a dark chapter in the community's history. Roy James Bell, a 33-year-old man, was found deceased in his home alongside his entire family. The grim discovery sent shockwaves through the neighborhood as the details of the horrific event came to light.

Authorities determined that Roy James Bell and his three children were the victims of a shocking murder-suicide orchestrated by his ...
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  • May 01, 1967, page 1 - The Times Record at Newspapers.com - Newspapers.com
  • May 01, 1967, page 6 - The Central New Jersey Home News at Newspapers.com - Newspapers.com
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