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Robert Ray Fry: A Detailed Account of His Crimes

Overview

Robert Ray Fry is an American serial killer who terrorized the area of Farmington, New Mexico in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Known for his brutal and random acts of violence, Fry's crimes shook the local community and left behind a trail of pain and sorrow. His victims included friends, acquaintances, and strangers, and he showed little remorse for his actions. Fry was finally apprehended and sentenced to death for his heinous acts.

Victims and Crime Details

Below is a detailed list of Robert Ray Fry's known victims, including the dates and locations of the murders:
  • Joseph Fleming - June 18, 1996 - Farmington, New Mexico Fry shot Joseph Fleming, a man he considered a friend, during an argument. This was the first known murder committed by Fry.
  • Betty Lee - January 1, 2000 - Farmington, New Mexico Betty Lee, a homeless woman, was beaten and strangled to death by Fry after he encountered her near a convenience store.
  • Donald Tsosie - February 19, 2000 - Near Bloomfield, New Mexico Donald Tsosie, a Navajo man, was offered a ride by Fry and subsequently beaten to death in a remote area outside of Bloomfield.
  • William "Billy" James - February 19, 2000 - Near Bloomfield, New Mexico Billy James was murdered alongside Donald Tsosie. Fry beat James to death with a rock after offering him a ride.

Capture and Conviction

Fry's crime spree finally came to an end when investigators connected him to the murders through forensic evidence and witness testimonies. DNA evidence played a crucial role, particularly in linking Fry to Betty Lee's murder. In 2002, Robert Ray Fry was convicted of multiple counts of murder. He was sentenced to death for the killing of Betty Lee and received life sentences for the other murders. ...Read More
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Confirmed Victims: (4)
  • Joseph Fleming Age: (24), Date of Death: November 29, 1996
  •     ...View 3 additional victims
    Suspected Victims:
  • Pernell Tewangonitewa Age: (21), Date of Death: May 29, 1998
  • William James Age: (35), Date of Death: 2000-02-19
  • Killer's Details

    Robert Ray

    Fry

    1974 (age 49–50) New Mexico, United States

    Male

    White

    Murder

    Death; commuted to life imprisonment

    4+

    1996 - 2000

    New Mexico

    2000

    07/03/2025