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W. T. Saunders, a 45-year-old landlord from Drew, Mississippi, was killed on December 14, 1923, in a violent confrontation with Joe Pullen, a tenant farmer. The incident began as a dispute over a debt that Pullen owed to Saunders. According to contemporary reports, the disagreement escalated quickly, resulting in Pullen shooting Saunders, who died from a bullet wound to the heart.

Following the shooting, Pullen fled into the countryside, armed with additional firearms and ammunition. A ...Read More
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Victim Details

W. T. Saunders

Male

Drew

MS

1923-12-14

45

W.

T. Saunders

11/12/2025