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Melissa Graetz

Case from Hesperia, CA dated Aug 30, 2019

Victim Details

Melissa Graetz

Female

Hesperia

CA

2019-08-30

37

Melissa

Graetz

07/07/2026

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Melissa Graetz, a 37-year-old resident of Hesperia, California, was tragically found dead on September 3, 2019, alongside her boyfriend, Jason Culberson. The couple was discovered in Melissa's antique store, where they both lived and worked. The discovery was made by Melissa's mother, Becky Graetz, who had grown concerned after not hearing from her daughter for a few days. Upon arriving at the store, Becky noticed a foul odor and immediately contacted the authorities. The San Bernardino County S ...
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