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Colton Balasko

Case from Morgantown, WV dated Feb 20, 2015

Victim Details

Colton Balasko

Male

White / Caucasian

Morgantown

WV

2015-02-20

18

Colton

Balasko

06/29/2026

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Colton Lee Balasko, an 18-year-old resident of Morgantown, West Virginia, tragically lost his life on February 20, 2015. The incident occurred at a residence on Crosby Road in the Cheat Lake area of Monongalia County.

According to the reports, deputies found Colton Balasko dead on the evening of February 20, around 11:30 PM. The investigation into his death suggested that the shooting may have been accidental. There were four individuals present at the scene, although the specific circums ...
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  • WV MetroNews: Deadly Mon County shooting may have been an accident
  • UPDATE: Morgantown Man Receives Maximum Sentence After 'Accidental' Shooting
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