Keith Polerecki's badly decomposed body was found in the woods near the Coxton Rail Yard in Duryea, PA in 1996. His killer has not yet been brought to justice. Can you help to identify the killer?
Who Killed Keith Polerecki?
Marco Pasco’s Violent Life and Mysterious Death in Scranton
On December 18, 1928, Marco Pasco was shot while walking to work in Scranton, resulting in his death shortly after arrival at the hospital. Known for his violent past, Pasco left behind a large family. Despite police investigations and multiple suspects, his murder remains unsolved to this day.
Antifa in Scranton!
In 1928, Italian immigrants in Scranton were particularly violent. Dynamite was the weapon of choice used to intimidate and exact revenge of their targets and ideological enemies. The Black Hand, present for decades, was now joined by fascists and anti-fascists during Mussolini's reign in Italy. Read about how the city was rocked by attacks leading up to the Great Depression.
Who killed Margaret Martin?
Margaret Martin, a bright and involved young lady, tragically disappeared in 1938 after a job interview offer. Her body was found with signs of struggle, leading to a murder investigation. Despite multiple suspects and leads, the case remains unsolved to this day.
Vittorio Giacometti – Murder or Suicide?
Vittorio "Victor" Giacometti, an Italian immigrant from Gubbio, made a new life in the US, opening a restaurant and becoming a US citizen. His mysterious death led to speculations of suicide or murder, with rumors of gang involvement and love affairs. While it's considered a closed case, so many questions remain unanswered.
Exploring historic crimes in NEPA 