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Josh Timothy Pinkard

Case from Aurora, IL dated Feb 15, 2019

Victim Details

Josh Timothy Pinkard

Male

White / Caucasian

Aurora

IL

2019-02-15

37

Josh

Timothy Pinkard

07/01/2026

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Josh Timothy Pinkard, a 37-year-old white male from Aurora, Illinois, tragically lost his life on February 15, 2019. Josh was a dedicated family man, known for his infectious laugh and his commitment to his faith. He served as the Plant Manager at the Henry Pratt facility in Aurora, where he was highly respected by his colleagues and community.

On the day of his death, Josh was one of the victims of a mass shooting at the Henry Pratt Company. The shooter, Gary Martin, a 45-year-old Africa ...
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  • ABC7 Chicago: Aurora shooting: 5 dead, multiple wounded including officers; gunman also dead
  • Daily Herald: Police: Gunman who killed 5 civilians, wounded 5 cops was being fired from Aurora job
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