Police Examines Eight-Inch Carving Knife

(Original Caption) 4/5/58-Hollywood, California: Police Sgt. Russel R. Peterson examines the eight-inch carving knife that was reportedly used in the fatal stabbing of underworld figure Johnny Stompanato here, April 4th. Stompanato, 41, a recent steady escort of actress Lana Turner and former bodyguard for gambler Mickey Cohen was allegedly stabbed to death by Lana's 14-year-old daughter, Cheryl, during an argument in the actress' home. Police said Cheryl had admitted the stabbing. The girl was booked on a suspicion of murder charge.
(Original Caption) 4/5/58-Hollywood, California: Police Sgt. Russel R. Peterson examines the eight-inch carving knife that was reportedly used in the fatal stabbing of underworld figure Johnny Stompanato here, April 4th. Stompanato, 41, a recent steady escort of actress Lana Turner and former bodyguard for gambler Mickey Cohen was allegedly stabbed to death by Lana's 14-year-old daughter, Cheryl, during an argument in the actress' home. Police said Cheryl had admitted the stabbing. The girl was booked on a suspicion of murder charge.
Police Examines Eight-Inch Carving Knife
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