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Melissa Jane Beckner

Death by Force
Case Description
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Melissa Jane Beckner, aged 50, passed away on December 4, 2015, in Beech Grove, Indiana. Her death was the result of a tragic murder-suicide incident. According to reports, Melissa Beckner was found dead alongside Shane Williams, aged 49, in their home. The Beech Grove Police Department responded to the scene and discovered that both individuals had been shot in the head. Preliminary evidence indicated that Shane Williams shot Melissa Beckner before turning the gun on himself.

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  • Fox 59: Beech Grove police investigate apparent murder-suicide
  • Melissa Jane Beckner, age 50 - National Gun Violence Memorial
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    Victim Details

    Melissa Jane Beckner

    Female

    Beech-grove

    IN

    2015-12-04

    50

    Melissa

    Jane Beckner

    11/27/2025

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    11/27/2023
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