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Denise Lillian Mattson

Death by Force
Case Description
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In the quiet community of Harris, Minnesota, a tragic event unfolded on March 5, 2023, forever altering the lives of a local family. On that Sunday, 68-year-old Denise Lillian Mattson, a White female, was found deceased in her home. She was not alone; discovered alongside her were her husband, Darrell James Mattson, 73, and their son, Kirk Patrick Mattson, 47. The scene within the Fish Lake Township residence was one of violence, with all three family members having succumbed to multiple gunshot ...Read More
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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

    Denise Lillian Mattson

    Female

    White / Caucasian

    Harris

    MN

    2023-03-05

    68

    Denise

    Lillian Mattson

    Primary Suspect Deceased

    11/09/2025

    Forum Posts (3)
    I keep thinking about Denise's crochet projects. It feels so bittersweet. She crafted each piece wit... ...Read More
    01/10/2024
    I’ve been reading about the Mattson case and noticed how much Denise was cherished by her communit... ...Read More
    07/13/2023
    I’ve been following the Mattson case closely, and my heart goes out to everyone affected. This is ... ...Read More
    07/12/2023
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