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Marian Roberts

Case from Oakland, CA dated Aug 17, 2013

Victim Details

Marian Roberts

Female

Oakland

CA

2013-08-17

57

Marian

Roberts

07/21/2026

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Marian Roberts, aged 57, tragically died on August 17, 2013, in Oakland, California. Her death was the result of a murder-suicide carried out by her father, William Roberts, who was 88 years old at the time. Marian had been a quadriplegic since 1987, following a severe fall down a flight of stairs that resulted in traumatic brain injury. This incident left her with significant physical and cognitive impairments, requiring extensive care and support.

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  • Memorial Annex: 2013
  • Chicago Reader: Murder or mercy?—a choice that isn't that simple - Chicago Reader
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