Ruth Greene

Death by Force

Ruth Greene, a 67-year-old woman from Palm Bay, Florida, tragically lost her life on April 23, 1987, during a horrific shooting spree. On that fateful day, William Bryan Cruse, a retired librarian, went on a murderous rampage at two shopping centers in Palm Bay. Cruse, who had a history of conflicts with his neighbors and was known for his erratic behavior, opened fire indiscriminately, killing six people and injuring fourteen others. Ruth Greene was one of the unfortunate victims who was shot a ...Read More

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