Toby Celeste Anderson, aged 38, tragically passed away on January 16, 2019, in Red Bluff, California. Toby and her husband, Caleb Anderson, were found deceased in their home on River Heights Drive in what authorities have determined to be a murder-suicide. The Tehama County Sheriff's Office responded to a 911 call from a woman who discovered the bodies of her son and daughter-in-law. Upon arrival, deputies found both Toby and Caleb with fatal gunshot wounds.
A 9mm semi-automatic handgun, registered to Caleb, was recovered at the scene and is believed to be the weapon used in the incident.
Investigators concluded that Caleb Anderson shot his wife, Toby, before turning the gun on himself. The couple's 12-year-old son was not present at the time of the shooting and is now being cared for by family members. The investigation by the Tehama County Sheriff's Office is ongoing, and they have urged anyone with additional information to come forward.
This tragic event has left the community in shock, as both Toby and Caleb were well-known and respected. Toby was a graduate of Woodland High School and Chico State University, and she was actively involved in her community. Caleb, a former Captain of the Peninsula Fire Department in Chester, California, was the owner of Top Dog Retrievers in Red Bluff.
The incident has not led to any arrests or further suspects, as the evidence strongly supports the conclusion of a murder-suicide. There have been no reports of ongoing litigation or legal cases directly related to their deaths. The focus remains on supporting the surviving family members and the community as they cope with this devastating loss.
