Carl Archer
Murdered

Case Description

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On November 2, 2019, 53-year-old Carl Archer Jr. was found deceased at the Tiger Town Motel in Ballantine, Montana. Authorities discovered Archer lying face down with a gunshot wound to his head. Investigations revealed that the incident was connected to a drug-related robbery.

James R. Eder, 32, was arrested later that day in Billings, Montana, and charged with deliberate homicide. Surveillance footage showed Eder approaching the motel with a rifle around 3 a.m. Witnesses reported that ...Read More

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Obituary for Carl Archer, Jr. | Lewis Brothers Funeral Home

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Victim Details

name

Carl Archer

gender

Male

city

Ballantine

state

Date of Death

2019-11-02

Age at Death

First Name

Carl

Last Name

Archer

solved

Yes

Last Updated

11/28/2024

Forum Posts (2)

Does anyone know if Carl has any known enemies or individuals who may have a vendetta against him? A... ...Read More
04/04/2024

I am disappointed with the lack of media coverage for the case of Carl. His story deserves more atte... ...Read More
01/13/2024

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