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Russell Hassell

Death by Force
Case Description
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Russell Hassell, an 11-year-old boy from Farewell, Texas, met a tragic end on December 5, 1926. His death was part of a horrific mass murder committed by his uncle and stepfather, George Hassell. On that fateful night, George Hassell, who had a history of criminal behavior, engaged in a violent argument with his wife, Susie, over his involvement with her underage daughter, Maudie. The argument escalated, leading George to strike Susie repeatedly with a ballpeen hammer, ultimately killing her. Fo ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Russell Hassell

    Male

    Farewell

    TX

    1926-12-05

    11

    Russell

    Hassell

    11/06/2025

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