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Patricia Patty Elizabeth Putnam

Death by Force
Case Description
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In the early hours of a summer day in Hungry Horse, Montana, the life of Patricia “Patty” Elizabeth Putnam, a 51-year-old White / Caucasian woman, was tragically cut short. On July 15, 2021, she was killed while courageously protecting her children and grandchild from an intruder in her home. Her death was quickly determined to be a homicide by the Flathead County Sheriff's Office, sending shockwaves through the quiet community.

Investigators soon focused on a person of interest: Patt ...Read More
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  • The Billings Gazette: Officials identify suspect, victim in Great Falls homicide, abduction
  • KXLH: Great Falls man witnessed shooting and kidnapping
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    Victim Details

    Patricia “Patty” Elizabeth Putnam

    Female

    White / Caucasian

    Hungry Horse

    MT

    2021-07-15

    51

    Patricia

    Patty Elizabeth Putnam

    Yes

    11/05/2025

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