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Family Still Seeking Answers In 2015 Murder of Constantine Man

By: Mike Stiles • May 17, 2026 • Constantine, MI.
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(photo courtesy of Lavern Chupp Family)

(CONSTANTINE) - It's been 11 years since a Constantine man was murdered and family members are still seeking answers.

On September 1, 2015, family members found the body of 71 year old Lavern Chupp in his house at 13110 Riverside Drive. Michigan State Police say Chupp was murdered either late on August 31 or early September 1.

No motive has been released for Chupp's death. Investigators did an extensive search of the house and grounds, along with searching the nearby St. Joseph River and collected evidence.

Family members say they believe someone may still have information, memories, conversations, rumors or details related to this case that were never reported.

If anyone has information, Chupp's family is asking them to contact the Michigan State Police by calling the Marshall Post at 269-558-0500 or St. Joseph County Central Dispatch at 269-467-4195.