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Gordon Peter Wilson

Death by Force
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On a bright Tuesday morning in Santa Fe, New Mexico, the life of 83-year-old Gordon Peter Wilson was tragically cut short in a senseless act of violence. The white male was fatally shot on August 6, 2024, during a carjacking in the parking lot of a Best Buy on Zafarano Drive. The incident unfolded around 10:25 a.m., shaking the local community. Wilson was a respected figure, known for his kindness and intelligence, and had served as the board chair for The Archaeological Conservancy.

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    Victim Details

    Gordon Peter Wilson

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Santa Fe

    NM

    2024-08-06

    83

    Gordon

    Peter Wilson

    Yes

    11/07/2025

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