Janet Smith

Murdered

On March 14, 1980, Janet Smith, aged 66, was fatally shot in her St. Albans, Vermont, home by Tauno Jurva, a 61-year-old handyman who resided with her and her ailing husband. The incident occurred just days after Smith made history as Vermont's first female mayor, having been elected on March 5, 1980. Jurva, who had a close relationship with the Smiths, was reportedly distressed after being asked to vacate the residence following Smith's election. He pleaded guilty to first-degree murder and was ...Read More

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