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Willie Ray Howard

Case from Temple, TX dated Jan 16, 2018

Victim Details

Willie Ray Howard

Male

Black / African American

Temple

TX

2018-01-16

59

Willie

Ray Howard

07/17/2026

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Willie Ray Howard, a 59-year-old African American male from Temple, Texas, tragically passed away on January 16, 2018. He was born on July 29, 1956, and was a resident of Texas at the time of his death. Willie Ray Howard was a member of New Wine Worship Center of Temple and worked for Imperial Van Company in Arlington.

The circumstances surrounding Willie Ray Howard's death were indeed tragic. He was murdered, and the case drew significant attention from law enforcement and the community. ...
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  • Temple Daily Telegram: 69-year-old woman beaten in home invasion
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