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Francis Hillman "Scrapper" Blackwell, a renowned blues guitarist, was tragically murdered on October 7, 1962, in Indianapolis, Indiana, at the age of 59. Blackwell, who was known for his significant contributions to the blues genre, particularly through his partnership with pianist Leroy Carr, was found fatally shot in an alley near his home. The circumstances surrounding his death remain somewhat unclear, with sources differing on whether he was killed during a mugging or a brawl.
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Francis Hillman Scrapper Blackwell
Male
White / Caucasian
Indianapolis
IN
1962-10-07
59
Francis
Blackwell
11/27/2025
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Did anyone else find it strange how little coverage Scrapper Blackwell's murder received back in 196... ...Read More
04/15/2023
04/15/2023
It's really sad to think about all the talent we lost when Scrapper Blackwell was taken from us so s... ...Read More
03/20/2023
03/20/2023
