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Kurt Barlow

Case from Vernon-township, IL dated Jan 02, 1984

Victim Details

Kurt Barlow

Male

Vernon-township

IL

1984-01-02

19

Kurt

Barlow

07/09/2026

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Kurt Barlow, a 19-year-old male from Vernon Township, Illinois, tragically lost his life on January 2, 1984. The circumstances surrounding his death were both shocking and tragic. Kurt Barlow was fatally shot in the chest while he was at the home of his friend, Elizabeth Lou, in suburban Lincolnshire. The incident occurred while Kurt, Elizabeth, and another couple were watching the Rose Bowl game. The shooter, Kimberly Branham, a 17-year-old girl from Long Grove, was standing 167 feet away from ...
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    Did anyone else find it chilling how Kimberly used the matches to get Elizabeth's attention? I can't... ...Read More
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    In reflecting on the events surrounding Kurt Barlow’s tragic death, I can't help but think about E... ...Read More
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