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Brian Cotter

Case from Fresno, CA dated May 17, 2021

Victim Details

Brian Cotter

Male

White / Caucasian

Fresno

CA

2021-05-17

15

Brian

Cotter

06/23/2026

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Brian Cotter, a 15-year-old from Fresno, California, tragically lost his life on May 17, 2021. The circumstances surrounding his death were both shocking and heartbreaking. Brian was found shot to death in his family's mobile home, alongside his father, Patrick Cotter. Initially, the incident was reported as a murder-suicide, with Brian being wrongfully implicated as the perpetrator. However, further investigation revealed a much more sinister truth.

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  • https://www.fresnobee.com/news/local/crime/article252910228.html
  • YourCentralValley.com: Victims’ family member arrested in Fresno mobile home park shooting that left 15-year-old autistic son and father dead
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