Sarah Simpson | |
|---|---|
| Born | Unknown Unknown |
| Died | December 27, 1739 |
| Criminal status | Deceased |
| Conviction(s) | Murder |
| Criminal penalty | Death by hanging |
Sarah Simpson (died December 27, 1739) was a widow executed by hanging for the murder of her child in New Hampshire.[1][2] She was executed with Penelope Kenny, who was also convicted of killing her child.[3]
See also
References
- ↑ Women who kill
- ↑ Ferland, Dr David (2014-05-27). Historic Crimes & Justice in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Arcadia Publishing. ISBN 9781625847140.
- ↑ "First Women Executed in NH".
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