James Avery

Murdered
Case Description
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On December 20, 2017, James Avery, 58, was found deceased in his residence on Shapleigh Road in Lebanon, Maine, following a fire that had engulfed the home. Investigators from the State Medical Examiner's Office determined that Avery died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

Authorities believe that Avery intentionally set the fire inside his home using a flammable liquid before taking his own life. Both the firearm and a gas container were discovered near his body, supporting this con ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    James Avery

    Lebanon

    ME

    2017-12-20

    58

    James

    Avery

    Self-Inflicted

    11/29/2024

    Forum Posts (2)
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    09/20/2023
    Has anyone heard if there will be a memorial for James? I would like to pay my respects and offer my... ...Read More
    02/20/2023
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