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Rebecca A Simmons

Case from Patton, PA dated Feb 22, 2024

Victim Details

Rebecca A Simmons

Female

White / Caucasian

Patton

PA

2024-02-22

66

Rebecca

A Simmons

07/13/2026

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On February 22, 2024, Rebecca Anne Simmons, a 66-year-old woman from Patton, Pennsylvania, was tragically killed in her home. An argument with her husband of several decades, William Edward Simmons, 69, escalated after she announced her intention to leave him. This led to a violent confrontation that ended her life.

During the argument, Rebecca made a desperate call to 911 at 3:15 p.m., stating that her husband had shot her in the back and that she was dying. A muffled shot was reportedly ...
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  • The Tribune-Democrat: Chest Township man charged with homicide in shooting death of wife
  • Rebecca A Simmons, age 66 - National Gun Violence Memorial
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    I've been following the tragic case of Rebecca Simmons, and one part that really hit... ...Read More
    07/27/2024
    Reading about Rebecca Anne Simmons' murder is so incredibly disturbing. I feel for her children and ... ...Read More
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    I can't stop thinking about Rebecca's bravery during those last moments. It's utterly devastating to... ...Read More
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