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The Mystery Weapon

202122 minPG

Synopsis

Anna Lund was struck at least 65 times before being shot, with the gunshot wounds concealed by the brutal beating to mislead investigators.

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Why Watch

  • See how forensic evidence cracked a complex murder case.
  • Find out why William Appleton became a suspect.
  • Meet the investigators who pieced together the evidence.

Did You Know

  • Anna Lund was struck at least 65 times during her murder.
  • William Appleton was supposed to visit Anna at 5:30 PM on the day of her death.
  • The killer concealed bullet wounds by beating Anna around them.

Perfect For

True crime fansForensic science enthusiastsMystery lovers
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who was the victim in the homicide case?

The victim was Anna Lund, a 67-year-old German immigrant.

How many times was Anna Lund struck before her death?

Anna Lund was struck at least 65 times, mostly around the head and face.

Who was convicted of Anna Lund's murder?

William Appleton, her son-in-law, was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison.

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