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Timeline of Robert E. Lee

Robert E. Lee

Here is a look at the events surrounding Robert E. Lee'sincarceration and parole for the dismemberment murder of Ellen Marks.

1983 

Police interrogate Lee about notebook but don’t arrest him.

September 1986 

Ellen Marks’ remains are found in the lot. Lee is questioned and arrested.

July 1987 

The case goes to trial. After two weeks, the jury convicts Lee, who is sentenced to 60 years.

September 2012 

Lee is released. He comes to Bloomington, then is taken to Butlerville.

October 2012 

Lee is taken to a hotel in Indianapolis. He is later moved to 

South Bend.

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