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James Craig Koutsky

Case from Deer River, MN dated Jun 09, 2023

Victim Details

James Craig Koutsky

Male

White / Caucasian

Deer River

MN

2023-06-09

47

James

Craig Koutsky

Yes

07/17/2026

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James Craig Koutsky, a 47-year-old resident of Deer River, Minnesota, tragically lost his life on June 9, 2023. He was shot and killed in the early morning hours of that day. The incident occurred in Deer River, though specific details about the location are not provided in the available information.

Following the shooting, law enforcement authorities identified a suspect in connection with James Koutsky's death. Nigel Blackburn, 33, was charged with second-degree murder for his alleged i ...
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  • Fox21Online: Suspicious Death Investigation In Deer River - Fox21Online
  • Alexandria Echo Press: St. Paul man charged with second-degree murder in Deer River shooting
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