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Patricia Ann Alger

Death by Force
Case Description
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Patricia Ann Alger, a 53-year-old resident of Coalwood, West Virginia, tragically lost her life on Saturday, January 20, 2024, at her residence. Born on October 8, 1970, in Welch, West Virginia, Patricia's life came to an untimely end due to gun violence.

The circumstances surrounding Patricia's death are deeply troubling. Her 18-year-old son, Franklin Alger III, has been arrested and charged with her murder. The incident occurred over the weekend in Coalwood, West Virginia, sending shock ...Read More
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  • https://www.wvva.com: McDowell County teen charged in shooting death of his mother
  • WVNS: McDowell County woman shot and killed by son
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    Victim Details

    Patricia Ann Alger

    Female

    White / Caucasian

    Welch

    WV

    2024-01-20

    53

    Patricia

    Ann Alger

    litigation

    11/04/2025

    Forum Posts (2)
    I can't seem to wrap my head around the tragic situation with Patricia Ann Alger's untimely passing.... ...Read More
    07/09/2024
    I've been following the case of Patricia Ann Alger and I can't stop thinking about the close-knit co... ...Read More
    05/07/2024
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