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Harry Harris

Death by Force
Case Description
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In the quiet summer of 1904, the life of St. Croix County Sheriff Harry Harris, a 44-year-old White male, was tragically cut short in a sudden act of violence. On June 18, while traveling by train through Eau Claire County, Sheriff Harris fatefully recognized a man suspected in a recent robbery. The sheriff was en route to Elroy to take custody of another suspect involved in the same crime when he encountered the accomplice on the train.

The confrontation that ensued was swift and deadly. ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Harry Harris

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Saint Croix

    WI

    1904-06-18

    44

    Harry

    Harris

    11/12/2025

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