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Case Description
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In the autumn of 1981, a shadow fell over Fort Collins, Colorado, with the tragic death of James Raymond Balderson, a 24-year-old White male. On October 16th, Balderson was working as a convenience store clerk when his life was violently cut short. His death was not an isolated incident but part of a chilling crime spree that instilled fear across multiple states. The man responsible for this heinous act was Marion Albert Pruett, a serial killer whose brutality knew no bounds.

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Victim Details

James R. Balderson

Male

White / Caucasian

Fort Collins

CO

1981-10-16

24

James

R. Balderson

01/10/2026