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Denise Lillian Mattson

Case from Harris, MN dated Mar 05, 2023

Victim Details

Denise Lillian Mattson

Female

White / Caucasian

Harris

MN

2023-03-05

68

Denise

Lillian Mattson

Primary Suspect Deceased

06/23/2026

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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 ...
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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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    I keep thinking about Denise's crochet projects. It feels so bittersweet. She crafted each piece wit... ...Read More
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    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
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