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Nathaniel Nate Russell Layfield

Case from Clarksburg, WV dated Jul 24, 2023

Victim Details

Nathaniel “Nate” Russell Layfield

Male

White / Caucasian

Clarksburg

WV

2023-07-24

10

Nathaniel

Nate Russell Layfield

06/29/2026

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In the quiet community of West Union, West Virginia, the life of 10-year-old Nathaniel "Nate" Russell Layfield, a White male, came to a tragic end on July 24, 2023. The young boy, born in Bridgeport, was a fourth-grade student at Victory Elementary School who was known for his big heart and love for his family and friends.

Nate was a boy of many interests. He was an avid fan of Pokemon and Harry Potter, and he enjoyed the creative challenge of building with Legos. He shared a special bond ...
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  • WV MetroNews: Murder-suicide under investigation in Harrison County - WV MetroNews
  • WBOY.com: 2 people dead in apparent murder-suicide in Wilsonburg
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