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On November 6, 1948, a tragic mass shooting occurred in Chester, Pennsylvania, resulting in the death of multiple individuals, including Aiken Johnson, a 49-year-old male. The incident claimed the lives of several others:

- Edward Boyer, age 24
- Fred Casino, age 38
- Detective Ellery Bertram Purnsley, age 56
- Samuel Hill Lytle, age 57
- Louise Moore, age 40
- James Simons, age 41
- Peter Parker

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Victim Details

Aiken Johnson

Male

Chester

PA

1948-11-06

49

Aiken

Johnson

11/30/2025