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Benjamin Barnhard

Death by Force
Case Description
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Benjamin H. J. Barnhard, a 13-year-old boy from Kensington, Maryland, tragically lost his life on August 2, 2011. The incident occurred at his home, where both he and his mother, Dr. Margaret Jensvold, were found deceased. The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) responded to a call from Jensvold's coworkers, who were concerned after being unable to reach her for several days. Upon arrival, officers discovered the bodies of Benjamin and his mother in their respective bedrooms.

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  • https://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/crime-scene/post/md-mom-who-killed-son-self-left-note-about-debt/2011/08/09/gIQAs9MQ4I_blog.html
  • Boy's Father Stunned After Kensington Murder-Suicide - WAMU
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    Victim Details

    Benjamin H. J. Barnhard

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Kensington

    MD

    2011-08-02

    13

    Benjamin

    Barnhard

    11/13/2025

    Forum Posts (3)
    I've been following the Barnhard case, and something that's been on my mind is the role the school s... ...Read More
    10/30/2024
    Has anyone here looked into the educational support systems for kids like Benjamin in Montgomery Cou... ...Read More
    11/09/2023
    I've been following the tragic Barnhard case, and something that really stands out to me is the lack... ...Read More
    10/27/2023
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