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Richard Steve Reams

Death by Force
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Richard "Steve" Reams, a 65-year-old white male from Preemption, Illinois, tragically died on May 20, 2020. His death was part of a tragic incident that also claimed the life of his long-time partner, Myra Long, a 62-year-old white female. The Mercer County Sheriff's Department responded to a 911 call on the afternoon of May 20, 2020, and upon arrival, they found both Reams and Long with apparent gunshot wounds. They were pronounced dead at the scene by the Mercer County Coroner, Greg Larson. ...Read More
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  • Journal Star: Victims identified in fatal Mercer County shooting
    • Victim Details

    Richard “Steve” Reams

    Female

    White / Caucasian

    Preemption

    IL

    2020-05-20

    65

    Richard

    Steve Reams

    11/24/2025

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    I've been following the tragic case of Steve Reams and Myra Long, and one detail that's been hauntin... ...Read More
    11/21/2023
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