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Mutton TImes Friday DEC 12th 1953

**Local Hero Found Murdered**
The body of 38 year old local Sheriff Patrick Maloney was discovered last night at his home in Green Pastures Drive, Ewes Ville. The victim died as a result of head wounds. Detectives believe Sheriff Maloney was hit over the head with a large blunt weapon. Sheriff Maloney was considered a local hero for his outstanding criminal investigations, which led to the arrest of the notorious Dicheria Mafia gang and prosecution of the infamous murderers the Fuller twins.

The Sherrif’s department are yet to confirm if the murder weapon has been found and are calling on anyone who was in the Green Pastures Drive area last night to report any suspicious activity.

Rumors of the murder began circulate late last night. The townsfolk that have been interviewed have all spoken of their shock and sadness at the loss of such a well known local. Mr Maloney was raised and schooled in Ewes Ville; he was a well respected member of the local community, known for being generous with his time. He volunteered at many charities and was also the baseball coach for the Ewes Ville Little League. Mayor Mutton held a press conference upon hearing the news stating, “no stone will be left unturned in the search for this horrible murderer. We at Ewes Ville take care of our own, and Patrick Maloney was one of us. His death is a terrible waste and must not go unpunished.”

Mr Maloney is survived by his wife Mary Maloney. Mrs Maloney has requested that any flowers be sent to the Mercy Hospital maternity ward.

If you have information pertaining to this crime please contact the Detective Noonan at the Sherrif’s department. 00768924