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James Townsend

Death by Force
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On a clear autumn day in the rugged landscape near Randolph, Utah, a day of camaraderie and sport turned into a scene of tragedy. James Christian Townsend, a 49-year-old Caucasian male, was enjoying one of his favorite pastimes, hunting antelope, on September 13, 2014. An avid outdoorsman, he was well-acquainted with the thrill of the hunt and the beauty of the Utah wilderness. He was accompanied by his older brother on this particular excursion, a familiar and trusted partner in their shared pa ...Read More
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  • The Salt Lake Tribune: Hunter killed in Rich County shooting identified
  • DeseretNews.com: Man killed in apparent hunting accident
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    Victim Details

    James Townsend

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Randolph

    UT

    2014-09-13

    49

    James

    Townsend

    11/05/2025

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