Joseph Bowne Elwell murdered or death by force in New-york, New-york.

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Joseph Bowne Elwell, a prominent bridge player and writer, was found dead in his New York City home on June 11, 1920, at the age of 47. Elwell's death was the result of a gunshot wound to the head, inflicted by a .45 caliber automatic pistol. The circumstances surrounding his death were particularly mysterious, as Elwell was discovered in a locked room, leading to widespread speculation and media coverage. The case quickly became known as a classic "locked room murder," capturing the public's im ...Read More

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name

Joseph Bowne Elwell

gender

Male

city

New-york

state

Date of Death

1920-06-11

Age at Death

First Name

Joseph

Last Name

Bowne Elwell

Last Updated

11/19/2025

Joseph Bowne Elwell
Death by Force

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Joseph Bowne Elwell
Death by Force