Linus Benchley (illustrated by Lukas Ketner)

Linus Benchley was an American diplomat who is a friend of Wesley Dodds, who apparently was friends with Wesley’s father.

In 1939, Wesley visits him at his home in New York and they discuss Linus’ recent trip to London.

During their visit Wesley hears someone at the door and Linus goes to investigate. He returns with an envelope and looks concerned.

Linus cuts short the visit saying that he does not feel well.

Linus looks at the envelope and discovers some incrimidating photos. He puts the photos into the fireplace and then runs a bath for himself. As the water fills the bathtub Linus picks up the radio and enters the bath, electrocuting himself.

This tragedy prompts Wesley Dodds to go to England to unravel the mystery that led to his friend’s death.

Linus Benchley appears in Sandman Midnight Theatre on pages 3-10.