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John Charles Upton Jr.

Death by Force
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John Charles Upton Jr., a 56-year-old filmmaker renowned for his humanitarian work, was tragically killed on March 28, 2013, in Encinitas, California. Upton was found dead on a dirt path in the yard of his home, having been shot multiple times. The incident stemmed from a long-standing property dispute with his neighbor, Michael Vilkin. The two had frequently argued over the trimming of shrubbery and trees that bordered their properties. On the day of the shooting, Vilkin was reportedly trimming ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    John Charles Upton, Jr.

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Encinitas

    CA

    2013-03-28

    56

    John

    Charles Upton Jr.

    11/10/2025

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