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Viginia Temple

Case from Toledo, OH dated Jul 07, 1984

Victim Details

Viginia Temple

Female

Black / African American

Toledo

OH

1984-07-07

30

Viginia

Temple

06/24/2026

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Virginia Temple, a 10-year-old African American girl, tragically lost her life on July 7, 1984, during a horrifying crime spree carried out by Alton Coleman and Debra Brown. Her body, along with that of her mother, was discovered in the crawlspace of their home in Toledo, Ohio. The duo's actions were part of a multi-state rampage that spanned 53 days and left eight people dead, including Virginia and her mother. The victims of this spree ranged widely in age, gender, and background, showcasing t ...
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