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Michael James Ruppert

Death by Force
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Michael James Ruppert, a 16-year-old male of Caucasian ethnicity, tragically lost his life on March 30, 1975, in Hamilton, Ohio. His death was part of a horrific event known as the Easter Sunday Massacre, where his uncle, James Urban Ruppert, fatally shot 11 members of his family in their home. The motive behind the massacre was reportedly revenge for perceived lack of affection from his mother and brother, combined with possible psychosis and paranoia.

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    • Victim Details

    Michael James Ruppert

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Hamilton

    OH

    1975-03-30

    16

    Michael

    James Ruppert

    11/09/2025

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    Does anyone have more information about the investigation process in the Michael Ruppert case, parti... ...Read More
    01/18/2025
    I’ve been thinking a lot about the community’s reaction to the Easter Sunday Massacre. It's so h... ...Read More
    11/22/2023
    I’ve been thinking a lot about the aftermath for the remaining family members after the Easter Sun... ...Read More
    09/14/2023
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