Case Notes
CASE NOTES THE MANSION MURDERS
The Mansion Murders
The unsolved double homicide of John and Geraldine Magee in Andover, Massachusetts.
Andover, Massachusetts
A quiet suburban town north of Boston. Tree-lined streets. Large homes set back from the road. The kind of place where serious crime feels almost impossible - until it happens.
Facts at a Glance
- Date discovered: December 14, 2011
- Location: 7 Orchard Crossing, Andover, MA
- Victims: John "Jack" Magee and Geraldine "Jeri" Magee
- No signs of forced entry reported
- Major missing item: black Lexus SUV
- Status: open and unsolved
Why It Still Lingers
This case unsettled Andover because it disrupted the town's sense of order, privacy and safety. The questions were immediate: who could enter the home, move through it with confidence, and leave without obvious signs of a forced break-in?
Final Known Hours
Jack reportedly visits a construction site in Reading and later returns home.
Their son reportedly leaves the Magee home after stopping by for building supply information.
Holly speaks with Jeri by phone and hears Jack in the background.
A burning black Lexus SUV is found on Prince Street in Boston's North End.
Holly arrives at the home, discovers her parents and calls 911.
What Still Does Not Add Up?
Behavioral Profile Discussion
- Likely male offender, possibly acting alone
- Believed to be familiar with the Magees and their routines
- Comfortable enough around the home and family dog to avoid obvious alarm
- Both victims appear to have been targeted
Case Status
OPEN + UNSOLVED
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Massachusetts State Police Detectives assigned to the District Attorney's Office.
Tip Line: 978-745-8908