Elizabeth Newton Day Steagall

Death by Force

Elizabeth Newton Day Steagall, a 25-year-old woman, tragically lost her life on January 7, 1973, in New Orleans, Louisiana. She was one of the first civilian victims of a sniper attack carried out by Mark Essex, who was later identified as the "New Orleans Sniper". Essex's motive was rooted in racial hatred, and he specifically targeted white individuals and police officers.

On the day of Elizabeth's death, Essex opened fire on a crowd, killing her and several others. The attack was part ...Read More

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Elizabeth Newton Day Steagall (1947-1973) - Find a Grave Memorial

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