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Susan Ilene Hansen Peterson

Case from Hiawatha, UT dated Nov 02, 2016

Victim Details

Susan Hansen Peterson

Female

White / Caucasian

Hiawatha

UT

2016-11-02

45

Susan

Ilene Hansen Peterson

07/12/2026

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In the quiet, remote landscape near the ghost town of Hiawatha, Utah, a devastating series of events unfolded on the evening of November 2, 2016, ending the life of 45-year-old Susan Hansen Peterson, a White/Caucasian female. A loving mother to fifteen children, Susan was known for her active role in her community and church. Her life, however, was tragically cut short in an act of violence that also claimed the life of her 23-year-old son, James Peterson.

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  • Emery County Progress - Update: shooting at ranch; Ferron woman and son lose life - November 3, 2016
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    It's hard to wrap my head around the tragedy that struck the Peterson family back in November 2016. ... ...Read More
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    I’ve been following the Peterson case, and there's been a lot of focus on the tragic events that l... ...Read More
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    I can't stop thinking about Susan Peterson's role in the community and how much she seems to have me... ...Read More
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