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Brianna Ballor

Case from Valparaiso, IN dated May 09, 2015

Victim Details

Brianna Ballor

Female

White / Caucasian

Valparaiso

IN

2015-05-09

31

Brianna

Ballor

07/20/2026

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In the spring of 2015, the life of 31-year-old Brianna Lyn Hefner-Ballor was tragically cut short in what was determined to be a murder-suicide. A resident of Valparaiso, Indiana, she was a dedicated professional working at the Porter County Juvenile Detention Center. Her life outside of work was centered around her young daughter.

On the evening of May 9, 2015, the ongoing turmoil in Brianna's personal life reached a devastating conclusion. She and her husband of three years, 38-year-old ...
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  • Fox 59: Police investigate apparent murder-suicide near Valparaiso
  • Police: Man kills wife, then himself in Porter County - Chicago Tribune
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    It's truly upsetting to think about the ripple effect such a devastating incident has on the people ... ...Read More
    10/01/2024
    I'm struck by the role of Brianna's mother, Beth Hefner, in this tragic situation. It must have been... ...Read More
    09/17/2023
    Has anyone else been struck by the chilling phone call Glenn made to Brianna’s mom, Beth? I can’... ...Read More
    04/25/2023
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