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Charles Bintliff

Death by Force
Case Description
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In the quiet farm country near Redfield, South Dakota, a deadly confrontation unfolded on May 13, 1927. Prohibition Agent Charles Bintliff, a Caucasian male of 38 years, along with Deputy Sheriff Charles Halpin and other officers, converged on a farm situated seven miles east of the town. Their objective was to apprehend a man by the name of Walter Chrisman. The officers, unaware of the reception that awaited them, proceeded with their duty, not knowing that Chrisman was lying in wait.

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    Victim Details

    Charles Bintliff

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Redfield

    SD

    1927-05-13

    38

    Charles

    Bintliff

    Primary Suspect Deceased

    11/05/2025

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    Charles Halpin

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