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James Butler

Case from Dayton, OH dated Sep 08, 1974

Victim Details

James Butler

February 11, 2022

Dayton

OH

1974-09-08

1974-09-08

James

Butler

06/22/2026


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On September 8, 1974, James W. Butler was found dead in Dayton, Ohio. The homicide took place in Montgomery County, and the Dayton Police Department was responsible for the investigation. James Butler, a White male, was killed on the same day of the incident, but the case remains unsolved despite law enforcement efforts. No suspects have been identified, and the circumstances surrounding his death are still unclear.

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  • James W Butler Unsolved homicide - Ohio Attorney General
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