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Rex William Pruett

Case from Campbellsburg, IN dated Jan 21, 2018

Victim Details

Rex William Pruett

Male

White / Caucasian

Campbellsburg

IN

2018-01-21

14

Rex

William Pruett

07/15/2026

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In the small community of Campbellsburg, Indiana, a day of family recreation turned into a tragedy, ending the life of 14-year-old Rex William Pruett. On Sunday, January 21, 2018, the young man, known to friends and family as 'Rexy,' was fatally wounded by a gunshot. The incident occurred in the afternoon as Rex, his father, and his 16-year-old sister were getting ready for some target practice with handguns.

While his father was momentarily distracted by a phone call, a. 22 caliber revol ...
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  • WSLM RADIO: Campbellsburg Boy, 14, Dies From Gunshot Wound Sunday
  • WANE: Police: Indiana girl unintentionally fatally shot brother
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    It's so painful to think about what Rexy's family has been going through. I cannot begin to imagine ... ...Read More
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    I saw a discussion on the impact of accidents on young siblings and was reminded of Rex Pruett's cas... ...Read More
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