James Phillip Barnes

Serial Killer

James Phillip Barnes: A Detailed Account of His Crimes

Early Life

James Phillip Barnes was born on March 7, 1962. He was one of five siblings and had a twin sister, Jeannice. His younger brother Michael committed suicide. It is unknown where exactly Barnes was born, but he referred to his home as Maryland.

Murders

James Phillip Barnes committed several heinous crimes, including the murders of Patricia "Patsy" Miller and his estranged wife, Linda Barnes.

Patricia "Patsy" Miller

• Name: Patricia "Patsy" Miller
• Date: April 20, 1988
• Location: Melbourne, Florida
• Details: Barnes invaded Miller's home, sexually assaulted her, attacked her with a hammer, and set her bed on fire in an attempt to conceal the crime. Miller died from blunt-force trauma to the head before the fire was started.

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Confirmed Victims: (2)

Patricia Patsy Miller Age: (41), Date of Death: April 20, 1988

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Suspected Victims:

Chester Ralph Wetmore Age: (14), Date of Death: May 26, 1986

Brenda Joyce Fletcher , Date of Death: October 22, 1990

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