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Brandon Holmes

Case from Big-bear-lake, CA dated Dec 26, 2017

Victim Details

Brandon Holmes

Male

Big-bear-lake

CA

2017-12-26

22

Brandon

Holmes

06/21/2026

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On December 26, 2017, 22-year-old Brandon Holmes was found dead inside a residence on Lahontan Drive in Big Bear Lake, California. Responding to a report of a shooting, deputies from the Big Bear Sheriff's Station and emergency fire personnel discovered Holmes with multiple gunshot wounds. Despite their efforts, Holmes was pronounced dead at the scene. The suspect, 69-year-old Lawrence Blakee, was also present at the residence and was immediately detained by deputies. Following an investigation ...
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  • San Bernardino Sun: Detectives investigate Big Bear Lake shooting
  • Man, 69, arrested in shooting death of 22-year-old in Big Bear Lake
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