The Lawson Family Murders

Episode 205: The Lawson Family Murders Charles “Charlie” Lawson and his wife Fannie married in 1911 and went on to start a large family. In 1929, the Lawsons had a successful tobacco farm and a little cabin that housed their family of 9. For unknown (but debated) reasons, Charlie Lawson murdered 7 of his 8 children on Christmas Day before taking his own life, leaving his eldest teenage son the lone survivor of the family. (TW: child murder, incest, suicide)Tune in to this episode to learn more!Email us at: [email protected] us on IG: about.time.for.true.crime.podLinktreeDon’t forget to rate, follow, download, and tell a friend!Sources12345678910

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