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Denis Patrick

Case from Joliet, IL dated Jul 16, 1983

Victim Details

Aux. Sgt. Denis Patrick Foley Jr.

Male

White / Caucasian

Joliet

IL

1983-07-16

50

Denis

Patrick

06/27/2026

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Auxiliary Sergeant Denis Patrick, a 50-year-old Caucasian male from Joliet, Illinois, tragically lost his life on July 16, 1983. The circumstances surrounding his death have been the subject of extensive investigation and legal proceedings.

On the morning of his death, Sgt. Patrick was found with fatal injuries in his home. Initial reports indicated that he had been shot multiple times. The investigation quickly focused on potential suspects, leading to the arrest of his wife, Judith Pat ...
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  • Joliet, IL Patch: Joliet Mass Murderer Terrorized Area 35 Years Ago
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