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Patricia Lynn Whitson Briggs

Case from Lake-city, MI dated Apr 03, 2021

Victim Details

Patricia Lynn Whitson Briggs

Female

White / Caucasian

Lake-city

MI

2021-04-03

62

Patricia

Lynn Whitson Briggs

07/11/2026

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In the quiet community of Lake City, Michigan, a devastating series of events unfolded, culminating in the tragic death of Patricia Lynn Whitson Briggs. A 62-year-old woman, Patricia, was found deceased in her home on April 3, 2021, a victim of gun violence. The circumstances surrounding her death pointed to a deeply personal and heartbreaking conflict.

The investigation into Patricia's death quickly identified a suspect: her own son. Following the discovery of his mother's body, law enfo ...
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  • Obituary for Patricia Lynn (Whitson) Briggs | Memorial Alternatives
  • The Detroit News: Missaukee County man suspected in mom's death shoots at cops, dies by suicide, police say
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