Robert Raymond Cook
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Robert Raymond Cook (July 15, 1937 – November 15, 1960) was a Canadian mass murderer who was convicted of killing his father, Raymond Cook, in Stettler, Alberta, on June 25, 1959. It is alleged that Robert massacred his entire family at their home in Stettler, but was only charged with killing his father. He was found guilty of murder and sentenced to death.
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Robert Raymond Cook | |
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Born | (1937-07-15)July 15, 1937 |
Died | November 15, 1960(1960-11-15) (aged 23) |
Cause of death | Execution by hanging |
Criminal status | Executed |
Conviction(s) | Murder Breaking and entering |
Criminal penalty | Death |
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Date | June 25, 1959 |
Country | Canada |
State(s) | Alberta |
Location(s) | Stettler |
Target(s) | Family |
Killed | 7 |
Weapons | Double-barrelled shotgun |
Date apprehended | June 27, 1959 |
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After officials declined to grant clemency, Robert was hanged in 1960. He was the last person to be executed by the province of Alberta.[1]