Burns Sure Eva Roy Was Not Killed by Stranger
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Title
Burns Sure Eva Roy Was Not Killed by Stranger
Description
This historic newspaper clipping features famed detective William J. Burns, who investigated the 1918 murder of 14-year-old Eva Roy in Burke, Virginia. Burns concluded that the murder was not committed by a stranger, but by someone familiar with Eva’s habits and the area. The article highlights the premeditated nature of the crime and debunks the theory that it could have been a random act of violence. The photo shows Burns on-site during the investigation, lending national attention to the case.
Creator
William J. Burns (article author); newspaper photographer (image)
Date
Circa August 1918
Contributor
Sandra Arias Honors 360 Spring 2025
Files
Citation
William J. Burns (article author); newspaper photographer (image), “Burns Sure Eva Roy Was Not Killed by Stranger,” Mason History, accessed July 28, 2025, https://masonhistory.gmu.edu/items/show/346.