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John Thomas Cole

Case from Charleston, WV dated Jun 18, 2016

Victim Details

John Thomas Cole

Male

White / Caucasian

Charleston

WV

2016-06-18

50

John

Thomas Cole

06/21/2026

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On a summer evening in Charleston, West Virginia, the life of 50-year-old John Thomas Cole, a Caucasian male, was tragically cut short. On June 18, 2016, Cole was found deceased, the victim of a violent encounter that would leave the community seeking answers. The initial investigation into his death quickly pointed towards foul play, launching a search for those responsible for the untimely end of his life.

The circumstances surrounding Cole's death were grim. He had sustained a fatal gu ...
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    I've been closely following the case of John Coleman's murder, and something that really stands out ... ...Read More
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    I'm really touched by Shirley's words about her son John, especially him saying, "Mom, you don't hav... ...Read More
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