Crandon
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2007 mass shooting in Crandon, Wisconsin
The Crandon shooting was a mass murder that occurred about 2:45 a.m. CDT on October 7, 2007, at a post-homecoming party inside a duplex in Crandon, Wisconsin, United States. The perpetrator, 20-year-old Tyler James Peterson, who was a full-time deputy in the Forest County Sheriff's Department and a part-time officer with the Crandon Police Department, shot and killed six people and critically injured a seventh before committing suicide. One of the victims, 18-year-old Jordanne Michele Murray, was Peterson's former girlfriend, and it was believed that a dispute within the apartment motivated the shooting.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Coordinates
- 45.572, -88.903
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
Overview of Crandon
Crandon is the kind of destination you find in Wisconsin, United States. The local offer centres on water sports and culture. It lies in the northern hemisphere, which drives its seasonal calendar.
Things to do in Crandon
Water Sports in Crandon
(2)For water sports, expect Kiteboarding and Kitesurfing. Plan them together and you have a full day. The list follows Crandon's own activity tags.
Culture in Crandon
(1)Culture in Crandon covers Mines. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Crandon.
Best time to visit Crandon
The warm stretch of June to September is when water activities work best.
Getting there & around
Public transport thins out here — the nearest hub in Wisconsin plus a short drive is the usual route. Set your clock to America/Chicago on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Crandon that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Crandon known for?
- Travellers associate Crandon with water sports and culture. It sits in Wisconsin, United States.
- What can you do in Crandon?
- Crandon is tagged with Kiteboarding, Kitesurfing and Mines, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Crandon?
- The warm stretch of June to September is when water activities work best.
- Where is Crandon located?
- Crandon belongs to Wisconsin, United States, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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