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On a tragic Sunday in Mankato, Minnesota, the life of Joshua Robert Downey was cut short at the age of 52. His death on April 26, 2026, was not an accident but a violent act that occurred in his girlfriend's townhome. Downey, a devoted father of two and a respected parks supervisor for Blue Earth County, was a man known for his kindness and strong work ethic. He was especially proud of his Irish heritage.

The events of that day unfolded when Joseph David Bulfer, the 44-year-old ex-partner ...Read More

Victim Details

Joshua Robert Downey

Male

White / Caucasian

Mankato

MN

2026-04-26

52

Joshua

Robert Downey

05/04/2026