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The Benson Murder Case · Chapter
Characters of the Book explained
This chapter lists the principal characters involved in the murder case of Alvin Benson, including law enforcement officials, suspects, and associates.
What happens
This chapter lists the principal characters involved in the murder case of Alvin Benson, including law enforcement officials, suspects, and associates.
Characters to notice
- Philo Vance
Listed as a principal character in the book.
- John Markham
District Attorney of New York County.
- Alvin Benson
Well-known Wall Street broker and man-about-town, who was mysteriously murdered in his home.
- Major Anthony Benson
Brother of the murdered man.
- Anna Platz
Housekeeper for Alvin Benson.