James Townsend

Murdered
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James Townsend, aged 83, was tragically killed on December 19, 2015, in Kansas City, Missouri. Known as a local icon and the owner of the historic Green Duck Lounge and Grill, Townsend was found shot in his backyard. The case remains unsolved, with police unable to identify who was responsible. Townsend was a prominent figure in his community, remembered for his generosity and efforts to save his business from foreclosure, turning it into a landmark. His family continues to plea for answers and ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    James Townsend

    March 28, 2022

    Unknown

    Unknown

    Kansas City

    MO

    2015-12-19

    83

    James

    Townsend

    10/27/2024


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    Does anyone have any theories on the murder of James? I've been following the case closely and am in... ...Read More
    12/15/2024
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