The Scott Mausoleum: A Tale of Crime, Intrigue, and Investigation Pt 2
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In this episode of Crime Capsule, we kick off our fourth season with a chilling tale from Erie, Pennsylvania. Join host Benjamin Morris and Justin Dombrowski as he recounts the shocking events of February 8, 1911, when Amelia Hertwig stumbled upon the desecration of the Scott Mausoleum. This famed structure, built in 1889 for a prominent family, became the site of a horrifying discovery as its doors were found ajar, and one of the bodies inside had been disturbed. Justin discusses the uniqueness of this crime in Erie's history and paints a vivid picture of the mausoleum's impressive architecture. Tune in for a deep dive into a crime that was both sensational and bizarre, marking a dark moment in the city’s past.
Justin Dombrowski is a well-respected and noted historian from Erie, Pennsylvania, specializing in local criminal, legal and historical records. An alumnus of Mercyhurst University, he can usually be found searching for his next historical adventure or spending time with his family. This is his fourth book with The History Press.
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