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Archie James Nugent

Case from Sumatra, MT dated Oct 31, 1967

Victim Details

Archie Nugent

Male

White / Caucasian

Sumatra

MT

1967-10-31

49

Archie

James Nugent

Yes

07/16/2026

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In the quiet, rural community of Sumatra, Montana, the autumn of 1967 was shattered by a violent death that would leave a lasting mark on the small town. Archie Nugent, a 49-year-old White male rancher, was found deceased on October 31, 1967. His body was discovered near the Musselshell River, a place of natural beauty that became the backdrop for a grim discovery. An investigation into his death determined that he had been killed by a single gunshot wound to the head.

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  • Nov 04, 1967, page 5 - Great Falls Tribune at Newspapers.com - Newspapers.com
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