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Emeline Cigrand

Case from Chicago, IL dated Dec 06, 1892

Victim Details

Emeline Cigrand

Female

White / Caucasian

Chicago

IL

1892-12-06

24

Emeline

Cigrand

07/29/2026

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Emeline Cigrand, a young woman born in 1868 in Lafayette, Indiana, met a tragic fate in December 1892 in Chicago, Illinois. At the time of her death, she was approximately 24 years old. Emeline was employed as a stenographer and later became the personal secretary to H. H. Holmes, a notorious figure known for his crimes during the late 19th century. Her association with Holmes ultimately led to her presumed murder.

Holmes, infamous for his so-called 'Murder Castle,' lured Emeline to work ...
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