In a shocking display of vigilantism, Abe Redmond met his demise in Charlotte County, West Virginia, after being lynched by an angry mob. The alleged culprit had brutally beaten a Negro, sparking widespread outrage and a sense of community-driven justice.
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Key Facts
- State: West Virginia
- Category: Violent Crime
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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