About Alan Bray
Lived 1929 – 2016 (aged 87). Alan Bray was a British athlete and sport shooter.
Alan Herbert Bray (19 June 1929 – 8 October 2016) was a British sports shooter. He competed in the 25 metre pistol event at the 1964 Summer Olympics.
In 1987, Bray was subjected to a horrific attack by thieves who targeted the gun shop he owned. He was doused in petrol and set alight leaving him with burn injuries he suffered with until his death. The attack was featured on the popular television show Crimewatch which resulted in the perpetrators being caught and imprisoned.
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Who was Alan Bray?
British sports shooter
When was Alan Bray born?
Alan Bray was born on 19 June 1929 in Hinckley.
When did Alan Bray die?
Alan Bray died on 8 October 2016.
What was Alan Bray's occupation?
Alan Bray was an athlete and sport shooter.
What nationality was Alan Bray?
Alan Bray was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Alan Bray (sport shooter)
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