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Story May 23, 1952

The Harlem News

Harlem, Blaine County, Montana

What is this article about?

Warrant issued in Blaine County for 26-year-old George A. McIntyre (alias George Griffin) in connection with the April 15 murder of two Butte men, Joe Benski and Harry Salazar, found north of Harlem. Suspect dangerous, last seen driving victim's car abandoned in Havre.

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Warrant Issued for Arrest Of Harlem Killing Suspect

A warrant has been issued by Deputy Blaine County Attorney Harry L. Burns and Blaine County Sheriff Dan Hay for the arrest of George A. McIntyre, alias George Griffin, for murder in the first degree in connection with the murder of two Butte men found dead several miles north of Harlem on April 15.

The suspect's last known address was Butte, and he was last seen in Harlem in the company of Joe Benski and Harry Salazar both of Butte, the two men who were found murdered. He was later seen driving a 1947 Plymouth sedan belonging to Benski, and this car was later found abandoned at Havre.

This man is considered dangerous, he was armed when last seen.

His description is: Age 26, height 5 feet 8 inches, weight 170 pounds, stocky build, dark brown hair and hazel eyes. Ruddy complexion and has hernia operation scar on right side.

He has a criminal record, having served a year in the Oregon state penitentiary for larceny.

GEORGE A. MCINTYRE with alias George Griffin

Any person coming into information regarding the whereabouts of this individual, McIntyre, should notify their nearest law enforcement officers.

What sub-type of article is it?

Crime Story

What themes does it cover?

Crime Punishment

What keywords are associated?

Murder Suspect Arrest Warrant Harlem Killing First Degree Murder Blaine County

What entities or persons were involved?

George A. Mcintyre George Griffin Harry L. Burns Dan Hay Joe Benski Harry Salazar

Where did it happen?

Harlem, Butte, Blaine County, Havre

Story Details

Key Persons

George A. Mcintyre George Griffin Harry L. Burns Dan Hay Joe Benski Harry Salazar

Location

Harlem, Butte, Blaine County, Havre

Event Date

April 15

Story Details

Warrant issued for George A. McIntyre, alias George Griffin, for first-degree murder of Joe Benski and Harry Salazar, found dead north of Harlem. Suspect last seen driving Benski's car, abandoned in Havre. Considered dangerous with criminal record.

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