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Darrell James Mattson

Death by Force
Case Description
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On a quiet Sunday, March 5, 2023, the peaceful lives of a Harris, Minnesota family were tragically cut short. Darrell James Mattson, a 73-year-old White/Caucasian male, was discovered deceased in his home alongside his wife, Denise Lillian Mattson, 68, and their son, Kirk Patrick Mattson, 47. Their deaths were the result of a shocking act of violence, with the Midwest Medical Examiner's Office later confirming that all three family members had died from multiple gunshot wounds.

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  • kare11.com: 3 victims identified in Chisago County deadly shooting
  • Star Tribune: Three shot and killed in Chisago County
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    Victim Details

    Darrell James Mattson

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Harris

    MN

    2023-03-05

    73

    Darrell

    James Mattson

    Primary Suspect Deceased

    11/09/2025

    Forum Posts (3)
    I was reading about the Mattson family tragedy, and it's so devastating for the entire community. I'... ...Read More
    08/27/2024
    Hey everyone,
    This case is truly devastating, and I wanted to share a thought that’s been on my... ...Read More
    06/21/2024
    Has anyone else been following the Mattson family case in Fish Lake Township? It's so devastating to... ...Read More
    04/18/2024
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    Kirk Patrick Mattson

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