John Bruns

Death by Force
Case Description
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On February 17, 1972, 40-year-old John Bruns and his spouse spent the evening out in Denver, Colorado. As the night concluded, the couple walked to their parked vehicle in the 1800 block of Welton Street. Shortly after Mr. Bruns entered the car, an unknown assailant confronted him and fired a gun, inflicting critical injuries. Emergency services transported Mr. Bruns to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.

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    Victim Details

    John Bruns

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Denver

    CO

    1972-12-17

    40

    John

    Bruns

    01/06/2025

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