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Case Description
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In the summer of 1977, a young man's life was cut short in Denver, Colorado, leaving behind a case that would remain unsolved for decades. John Pierce Jr., a 24-year-old Black male, was fatally shot on the evening of August 2nd.

The incident unfolded at 1700 E. 30th Ave., where Pierce was reportedly involved in a drug transaction with an unknown individual. During this encounter, he sustained a gunshot wound. Urgently transported to a local hospital, his life hung in the balance overnight ...Read More
Victim Details

John Pierce, Jr.

Male

Black / African American

Denver

CO

1977-08-03

24

John

Pierce Jr.

12/13/2025