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James Witt

Case from Village Of Summit, WI dated Jan 22, 2014

Victim Details

James Witt

Male

Village Of Summit

WI

2014-01-22

60

James

Witt

07/05/2026

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In a quiet home on Elm Street in the Village of Summit, Wisconsin, a grim discovery brought a simmering family conflict to a tragic end. On Wednesday, January 22, 2014, police conducted a well-being check at the residence of 60-year-old James Witt. His son, 27-year-old Shawn Witt, initially told officers his father had gone "up north." However, a search of the home revealed a far more sinister reality. James Witt's body, wrapped in a blanket, was found in the basement. An investigation by the Vi ...
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  • FOX6Now.com: Man makes initial court appearance, accused in death of his father
  • Son is charged in shooting death of father in Summit - Home
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