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Brenda Turner

Death by Force
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In the quiet town of Chetek, Wisconsin, the life of 55-year-old Brenda Turner, a female resident, came to a tragic end on October 27, 2017. She was found deceased in her home alongside her 17-year-old daughter, Natalie. The devastating incident that unfolded that evening was the result of a domestic violence episode that culminated in a double murder-suicide.

The perpetrator was identified as 55-year-old John Hengst, Brenda's ex-husband who, despite their divorce the previous year, contin ...Read More
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  • Star Tribune: Teen, divorced couple found shot dead in their western Wisconsin home
  • Sheriff: 3 Found Shot To Death In Chetek Home
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    Victim Details

    Brenda Turner

    Female

    White / Caucasian

    Chetek

    WI

    2017-10-27

    55

    Brenda

    Turner

    11/11/2025

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    Natalie Turner

    Death: Oct 27, 2017
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