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Mary Grace Sturgeon

Case from Helena, NY dated Jun 19, 1966

Victim Details

Mary Grace Sturgeon

Female

Helena

NY

1966-06-19

5

Mary

Grace Sturgeon

07/15/2026

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In the small town of Helena, New York, a devastating tragedy unfolded on June 19, 1966, forever scarring the community. Five-year-old Mary Grace Sturgeon, a young girl full of life, was found dead alongside her siblings and father in what was determined to be a horrific murder-suicide. The innocence of a summer day was shattered by the violent acts that took place within the Sturgeon family home.

The investigation into the deaths revealed a grim picture of the events that transpired. Auth ...
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