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William Rogal

Case from West-chester, PA dated Sep 19, 2018

Victim Details

William Rogal

Male

White / Caucasian

West-chester

PA

2018-09-19

89

William

Rogal

07/03/2026

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William Rogal, an 89-year-old male of unspecified ethnicity, tragically lost his life on September 19, 2018, in West Chester, Pennsylvania. His death was part of a devastating sequence of events initiated by his son, Bruce Rogal, who was upset over the finalization of his divorce. Bruce Rogal, 59, went on a violent rampage that began with him shooting at his ex-wife, Kitty, outside her home in West Bradford Township. Although Kitty escaped unharmed, the incident set off a chain of tragic events. ...
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  • 6abc Philadelphia: Neighbors helped ex-wife escape Chester County gunman
  • Fox News: Man found dead after killing parents, shooting at ex-wife following finalized divorce, officials say
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