The Murder that Inspired Twin Peaks

The shocking murder of Hazel Drew, a governess with a stellar reputation in the small mill town of Sand Lake, New York, led to ghost stories and legends in the community. And over a hundred years later, her case would be the inspiration for the story of Laura Palmer, a character from the TV show Twin Peaks.  But while Laura’s killer was caught, who murdered Hazel Drew would remain a mystery for more than 100 years. Let’s get into it! 

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