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January 7, 2025 49 mins

 

On this episode we discuss the tragic disappearance and murder of 20-year-old Dawn Magyar in January 1973. The episode explores her abduction, the investigation, and the eventual conviction of her killer nearly 28 years later.

 

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Sources:

  1. Hornus, Tony, Is Dawn Magyar's Alleged Murderer Jerald…, Argus-Press, 2001

  2. Hornus, Tony, Dawn Magyar Murder Suspect Was Arrested…, Argus-Press, 2001

  3. Accused Assaulter Demands Hearing, Is Free On Bond, The Ann Arbor News, 1961

  4. Dawn Lee Swan Magyar (1952-1973) - Find a Grave Memorial

  5. Peacock, Joe, Police search for Chesaning Woman, Argus-Press, 1973

  6. Peacock, Joe, Gunshot Wound in Head Killed Dawn Magyar, Argus-Press, 1973

  7. Hornus, Tony, State police detective


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