Penelope Kenny (died December 27, 1739) was executed by hanging for the murder of her child in the Province of New Hampshire, along with Sarah Simpson, who was also convicted of murdering her child.[1][2]
Penelope Kenny | |
|---|---|
| Born | Unknown |
| Died | December 27, 1739 |
| Criminal status | Executed |
| Conviction(s) | Murder |
| Criminal penalty | Death by hanging |
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ Women who kill
- ^ Ferland, Dr David (2014-05-27). Historic Crimes & Justice in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Arcadia Publishing. ISBN 9781625847140.
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edit| Preceded by Sarah Simpson |
Executions carried out in New Hampshire | Succeeded by Eliphaz Dow |
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