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James Simpson

Case from Wellton, AZ dated Jun 02, 2011

Victim Details

James Simpson

Male

Wellton

AZ

2011-06-02

75

James

Simpson

07/10/2026

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In the quiet desert town of Wellton, Arizona, a tragic story unfolded, forever marking a dark day in its history. James P. Simpson, a 75-year-old male, found himself tragically caught in a web of bitterness and revenge that would ultimately claim his life. His death was not an isolated incident but part of a horrific shooting spree that left several people dead at the hands of a single gunman.

The perpetrator of this violence was identified as 73-year-old Carey Hal Dyess. The motive for h ...
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  • NBC News: Ariz. man targeted ex-wife, friends in deadly shooting
  • James Simpson Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information
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    I can’t stop thinking about the close-knit community of Wellton and how they’re managing in the ... ...Read More
    05/22/2024
    I'm still trying to wrap my head around the Wellton shooting. It's so surreal to think that a peacef... ...Read More
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    I've been following the Wellton shooting case, and I keep thinking about the impact on the families ... ...Read More
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