Cory Leo Housel

Murdered
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On June 30, 2019, 31-year-old Cory Leo Housel was found deceased in a remote area east of Canyon Ferry Lake near Helena, Montana. Authorities identified the location as a "remote location," indicating the secluded nature of the crime scene.

Investigations revealed that Housel was fatally shot in the head during an argument over a drug deal. Witnesses reported that 52-year-old Thomas Ralph Bristow was responsible for the shooting. Subsequently, Bristow was charged with deliberate homicid ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Cory Leo Housel

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Helena

    MT

    2019-06-30

    32

    Cory

    Leo Housel

    Yes

    11/29/2024

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    I am reaching out to urge anyone with information regarding the murder of Cory to please come forwar... ...Read More
    01/28/2024
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    01/02/2024
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