Fritz Julius Lemp

Fritz Julius Lemp was a German-born American who became notable primarily because of his tragic involvement in the 1914 murder of his wife, Margarete. A wealthy businessman, Lemp was accused of shooting her during an apparent argument, leading to his arrest. The case drew public attention both for the crime itself and for Lemp’s subsequent death in prison, which was ruled a suicide. His story has been studied as an example of early 20th-century crime and mental health issues, reflecting the intense societal scrutiny and legal proceedings of that era.