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John Kratz Jr.

Case from Derry, NH dated May 17, 2023

Victim Details

John Kratz Jr.

Male

White / Caucasian

Derry

NH

2023-05-17

64

John

Kratz Jr.

litigation

07/02/2026

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On the evening of May 17, 2023, tragedy struck at the Lobster Claw II restaurant in Derry, New Hampshire. John Kratz Jr., a 64-year-old White male from Sandown, was shot inside the establishment located at 4 S. Main St. Derry police officers responded to a 911 call reporting the shooting at approximately 5:48 p.m. Upon their arrival, they discovered Mr. Kratz Jr. suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was quickly transported to the Elliot Hospital in Manchester, where he was pronounced dec ...
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  • Eagle-Tribune: NH man arrested in shooting death at Derry restaurant
  • Nephew charged with shooting uncle to death at Derry, NH seafood restaurant
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