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Robert Franklin McRae Sr.

Case from Graceville, FL dated Jan 29, 1989

Victim Details

Robert Franklin McRae Sr.

Male

White / Caucasian

Graceville

FL

1989-01-29

72

Robert

Franklin McRae Sr.

07/12/2026

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Robert Franklin McRae Sr., a 72-year-old white male, was found dead on January 29, 1989, in his home in Graceville, Florida. He and his wife, Kathryn McRae, were discovered in their kitchen, both having been shot in the head. The couple's deaths were ruled as homicides, and the initial investigation suggested a home invasion, although robbery was later ruled out as the primary motive. Despite the presence of valuables in the home, only a ring from Kathryn's hand and money from Robert's wallet we ...
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  • https://www.wtvy.com: Former sheriff to aid cold case investigation into couple's murder
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