Susan Elaine Aue, a 17-year-old girl from Cincinnati, Ohio, tragically lost her life on December 21, 1956. She was the daughter of Lester Aue, a prominent Cincinnati businessman and socialite. The incident that led to Susan's death was a shooting that also claimed the life of her father and Gordon Pape Jr., a 19-year-old friend of Susan's. The shooting occurred in Kenwood, a neighborhood in Cincinnati.
The investigation into Susan's death revealed that Gordon Pape Jr. was responsible for the shooting. Pape, who was romantically involved with Susan, had a tumultuous relationship with her father, Lester Aue. On the day of the incident, Pape went to the Aue residence and opened fire, killing Lester Aue and Susan before turning the gun on himself. The motive behind the shooting was believed to be a combination of personal grievances and emotional distress.
The tragic event shocked the Cincinnati community and led to a significant investigation by local authorities. However, since Pape took his own life, there were no arrests or litigations related to the case. The case remains a somber chapter in Cincinnati's history, remembered for the loss of a young life and the violent circumstances surrounding her death.
