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John Elwood Painter

Death by Force
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Officer John Elwood Painter, aged 55, tragically died in the line of duty on February 1, 2022, on the campus of Bridgewater College in Bridgewater, Virginia. Painter, a retired Chief of Police for the Town of Grottoes and a current Campus Police Officer at Bridgewater College, was known for his dedication to his community and his love for the outdoors. On the day of his death, Painter and Campus Safety Officer J.J. Jefferson responded to a report of a suspicious individual on campus. The officer ...Read More
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  • 8News: Bridgewater College double shooting suspect in court today, police continue investigation on campus
  • https://www.nbc12.com: 2 officers killed in shooting at Bridgewater College, suspect charged with aggravated murder
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    Victim Details

    John Elwood Painter

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Bridgewater

    VA

    2022-02-01

    55

    John

    Elwood Painter

    11/16/2025

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    Hey everyone, I've been following the Bridgewater College case closely and I'm struck by the sense o... ...Read More
    09/08/2024
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