Catharine Newstrom

Murdered
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On July 31, 1990, in Billings, Montana, 47-year-old Catharine Newstrom and her employer, 60-year-old Charles Sparboe, were found shot in the head inside the Treasure State Silver & Gold coin shop. Approximately $54,000 worth of coins and gold were stolen during the incident.

The suspect had visited the shop multiple times, posing as a farmer interested in investing in gold. He claimed to be selling his farm for $130,000 and sought to invest the proceeds. Sparboe's son, Jim, found it pec ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Catharine Newstrom

    Female

    Billings

    MT

    1990-07-31

    47

    Catharine

    Newstrom

    Yes

    11/29/2024

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