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Ellery Bertram Purnsley

Case from Chester, PA dated Nov 06, 1948

Victim Details

Ellery Bertram Purnsley

Male

White / Caucasian

Chester

PA

1948-11-06

56

Ellery

Bertram Purnsley

07/02/2026

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In the annals of Chester, Pennsylvania's history, the date of November 6, 1948, is marked by a tragic event that claimed the life of a dedicated public servant. Ellery Bertram Purnsley, a 56-year-old male detective with the Chester City Police Department, was among the victims of a horrific shooting spree that unfolded on Market Street. With 31 years of service to the community, Detective Purnsley was a seasoned and respected officer.

The day's violence was initiated by a man named Melvin ...
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    I've been researching the Market Street Massacre, and I can't stop thinking about how Detective Purn... ...Read More
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