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Ken Rex McElroy (June 1, 1934 – July 10, 1981) was an American criminal and convicted attempted murderer who resided in Skidmore, Missouri, United States. He was known as "the town bully", [ 1] and his unsolved killing became the focus of international attention.
May 31, 2023 · In Broad Daylight: Inspired by Ken McElroy’s Crimes. Yes, ‘In Broad Daylight’ is a true story. The screenplay is penned by William Hanley, who bases Len Rowan’s character on the true crimes of Ken McElroy.
Feb 3, 1991 · Len is arrested, but gets off, free on bail. His clever attorney delays the court session for more than a year - while Rowan keeps threatening the witnesses. But then, the people feel they've had enough of this and decide to take the law in their own hands...
Jul 3, 2024 · In Broad Daylight details McElroy's life, beginning as the 15th of 16 children, dropping out of school at age 15, and going on to a life of crime that ended in a mysterious case of vigilante justice. In 1991, a film adaptation of the book was produced for television. Brian Dennehy portrayed Len Rowan, a character based on McElroy.
- Jodi Smith
Based on the true events in Skidmore, Missouri in 1981, the film centers around the town dealing with violent bully Len Rowan (Brian Dennehy). After a confrontation at a local grocery, Rowan begins stalking the owner Ruth Westerman (Cloris Leachman) and her husband Wes.
- Drama Thriller
Len is arrested, but gets off, free on bail. His clever attorney delays the court session for more than a year - while Rowan keeps threatening the witnesses. But then, the people feel they've had enough of this and decide to take the law in their own hands...
Feb 3, 1991 · Len is arrested, but is freed on bail. His clever attorney delays the court session for more than a year--while Rowan keeps threatening the witnesses. The people feel they've had enough of this and decide to take the law into their own hands.
