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Colin Bastow

Death by Force
Case Description
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In the quiet town of Medical Lake, Washington, the life of Colin Bastow, a 42-year-old White/Caucasian male, was tragically cut short on December 23, 2022. Remembered by friends and family as a kind-hearted Army veteran with a passion for art, woodworking, and helping others, his death sent ripples through the community. Bastow, who had worked as a horseback tour guide and carpenter, was known for his compassion and generosity.

The circumstances of his death unfolded within the confines o ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Colin Bastow

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Medical Lake

    WA

    2022-12-23

    42

    Colin

    Bastow

    11/09/2025

    Forum Posts (3)
    I've been thinking a lot about the young witness who was there during the tragic events involving Co... ...Read More
    08/17/2024
    Has anyone else looked into the woodworking bench Colin Bastow was building before the incident? I r... ...Read More
    01/24/2024
    Hey everyone,
    I've been following the case of Colin Bastow with a heavy heart. One thing that's b... ...Read More
    11/04/2023
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