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Gary Collins

Case from Rancho-cucamonga, CA dated Aug 27, 1978

Victim Details

Gary Collins

Male

White / Caucasian

Rancho-cucamonga

CA

1978-08-27

22

Gary

Collins

06/30/2026

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On August 27, 1978, Gary Collins, a 22-year-old resident of Rancho Cucamonga, California, was tragically found dead outside the Nite Lite Bar, located at the corner of Foothill Boulevard and Vineyard Avenue. Gary had been spending the evening with friends at the bar. Around 1:00 A.M., he decided to step outside and sit by his vehicle while his friends remained inside. Approximately 45 minutes later, his friends discovered him lying on the ground next to his car. Gary had been shot to death, and ...
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  • Daily News: Case reopened in 1978 Rancho Cucamonga slaying
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    I've been going over old reports and just can't stop thinking about the timeline around Gary Collins... ...Read More
    10/04/2023
    I can't stop thinking about the location where Gary's belongings were found. It's such a strange det... ...Read More
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