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Debra Lee Aynes

Case from Pendleton, IN dated Jul 31, 2010

Victim Details

Debra Lee Aynes

Female

White / Caucasian

Pendleton

IN

2010-07-31

51

Debra

Lee Aynes

07/08/2026

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On the early morning of July 31, 2010, the quiet community of Pendleton, Indiana, was shaken by a violent tragedy at a local establishment known as Deb and Donna’s Diner. Debra Lee Aynes, a 51-year-old female who had co-owned the restaurant for 15 years, arrived at the business around 5:00 a.m. to prepare for the day’s customers. Known for her friendly demeanor and dedication to her work, she was a lifelong resident of nearby Anderson and was considered a pillar of her family. However, the r ...
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    Has anyone else been thinking about the broader impact of Debra's tragic death on the Pendleton comm... ...Read More
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    I've been thinking a lot about the role community plays in the aftermath of such senseless tragedies... ...Read More
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    I’ve been following the tragic events surrounding Debra Lee Aynes, and I can’t shake just how de... ...Read More
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