Vernita Wheat

Death by Force

In the late spring of 1984, the life of a 9-year-old Black female named Vernita Wheat was tragically cut short, marking the beginning of a horrific, multi-state crime spree. Residing in Kenosha, Wisconsin, Vernita was a bright young girl who became an unwitting target. A man named Alton Coleman, who had a history of violent crimes, had cunningly inserted himself into her family's life. He befriended Vernita's mother, Juanita, presenting himself as a friendly neighbor. On the evening of May 29, 1 ...Read More

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Serial killer Alton Coleman left with a 9-year-old Wisconsin... - UPI

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