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In the small town of Allen, Kentucky, the afternoon of October 16, 1981, was shattered by an act of violence that would leave a lasting scar on the community. Rufus Hamilton, a 42-year-old man, was among five individuals who tragically lost their lives in a shooting spree at the Mountain Auto-Truck Parts Store. The quiet day turned into a scene of chaos and horror when a gunman entered the establishment and opened fire.

The perpetrator was identified as William O. Bevins, a 70-year-old re ...Read More
Victim Details

Rufus Hamilton

Male

White / Caucasian

Allen

KY

1981-10-16

42

Rufus

Hamilton

12/03/2025