# Characters of the Book explained — The Benson Murder Case

> Chapter companion for The Benson Murder Case by S. S. Van Dine.

## What happens

This chapter lists the principal characters involved in the murder case of Alvin Benson, including law enforcement officials, suspects, and associates.

## Character check-ins

### 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.

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