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Ryan Patrick Bellar

Death by Force
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Ryan Patrick Bellar, a 7-year-old boy from Lakeland, Florida, tragically lost his life on May 3, 2009. He was a victim of a horrific family tragedy that shocked the local community and drew widespread media attention. Ryan, along with his mother Wendy Bellar, 31, and his 5-month-old brother Zack, was shot and killed by his father, Troy Ryan Bellar, 34. The incident occurred at their home in Lakeland, where Troy Bellar used a high-powered rifle to carry out the murders before taking his own life. ...Read More
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  • Boy, 13, only survivor of family murders - Lakeland Ledger
  • Teen Escapes Death As Dad Murders Family - CBS News
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    Victim Details

    Ryan Patrick Bellar

    Male

    Lakeland

    FL

    2009-05-03

    7

    Ryan

    Patrick Bellar

    11/18/2025

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