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Peggy Sue Altum

Death by Force
Case Description
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In the quiet town of Newton, Kansas, a tragedy unfolded in the early morning hours of December 15, 2023, forever altering the lives of a local family. Peggy Sue Altum, a 74-year-old Caucasian female, was in her home on Terrace Drive when the peace was shattered by the sound of gunfire. The incident led to her untimely death and the arrest of her husband, leaving a community in shock and a family grappling with an inexplicable loss.

That morning, at approximately 1:45 a.m., a chilling 911 ...Read More
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  • https://www.kansas.com/news/local/crime/article283235968.html
  • 101.3 KFDI: Newton man arrested for shooting his wife
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    Victim Details

    Peggy Sue Altum

    Female

    White / Caucasian

    Newton

    KS

    2023-12-15

    74

    Peggy

    Sue Altum

    Yes

    11/07/2025

    Forum Posts (2)
    Has anyone else been thinking about the tragedy of Peggy Sue Altum's murder in Newton? I've been rea... ...Read More
    09/20/2024
    I’ve been thinking a lot about Peggy Sue Altum’s love for outdoor activities—it's clear that s... ...Read More
    09/14/2024
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