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James E. Brown

Case from Gallup, NM dated Feb 05, 1971

Victim Details

James E. Brown

Male

Gallup

NM

1971-02-05

25

James

E. Brown

Yes

07/12/2026

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On February 5, 1971, James E. Brown, a law student from Missouri, was traveling near Gallup, New Mexico, with his wife, Karen Dianne, when they encountered a hitchhiker named Bertram Greenberg. Greenberg flagged down the couple's vehicle, claiming he had car trouble and needed a ride to Gallup. Once inside the car, he produced a firearm and forced them to drive to a secluded area near an abandoned mine.

Upon reaching the remote location, Greenberg ordered James to undress to his undergar ...
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  • Desert Sun 6 February 1971 — California Digital Newspaper Collection

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    Does anyone else find it chilling that James and Karen's compassion and willingness to help someone ... ...Read More
    07/03/2024
    I'm still in shock over what happened to the Browns. It's hard to comprehend the terror they must ha... ...Read More
    02/23/2024
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