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David R. Tilton

Case from Johnstown, WI dated Apr 17, 2016

Victim Details

David R. Tilton

Male

White / Caucasian

Johnstown

WI

2016-04-17

37

David

R. Tilton

06/24/2026

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In the woods of Johnstown, Wisconsin, a day of family hunting turned into a tragedy on April 17, 2016. David R. Tilton, a 37-year-old White / Caucasian male, was turkey hunting with family members when a fatal accident occurred. According to the Rock County Sheriff's Office, Tilton was attempting to retrieve a turkey that had been shot when he moved into the line of fire of another hunter in his party.

Tragically, he was struck in the back by a shot from a fellow hunter. Despite immediate ...
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  • madison.com: Update: Janesville man killed in turkey hunting accident is identified
  • Accidental shooting kills turkey hunter in Rock County

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