Suzanne Kirkwood King, aged 64, tragically lost her life on September 11, 2016, in Imperial Beach, California. The circumstances surrounding her death were both shocking and heartbreaking. Suzanne was found dead inside an apartment on Imperial Beach Boulevard, having suffered a fatal gunshot wound to the head. The incident was part of a murder-suicide, with her fiancé, Ren J. Verasco, aged 69, being the perpetrator.
Verasco also died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head.
The events leading up to this tragic incident were marked by turmoil and emotional distress. Suzanne and Ren were engaged to be married on September 21, 2016. However, just days before the wedding, Suzanne began having doubts about their relationship. On the evening of September 11, following an argument about their future, Suzanne informed Ren that she was ending the relationship and planned to move back to Arizona. Despite leaving the apartment to stay with a friend, Suzanne was persuaded by Ren to return. Upon her return, the couple went upstairs, and shortly after, gunshots were heard by a roommate. The roommate, unable to enter the bedroom, left the apartment and called 911.
When deputies arrived, they found Suzanne already deceased, while Ren was still alive but critically injured. He was rushed to the hospital but succumbed to his injuries later that evening. The San Diego County Medical Examiner's report confirmed that Suzanne's death was a homicide, while Ren's death was ruled a suicide. The investigation revealed that the couple's relationship had been strained, leading to the tragic outcome.
There were no arrests or further suspects involved in the case, as the primary suspect, Ren Verasco, had taken his own life. The case was closed following the confirmation of the murder-suicide by the authorities. The incident left the community in shock, highlighting the devastating impact of domestic disputes and the importance of addressing relationship issues before they escalate to such tragic ends.
