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Illabelle Wesson

Case from Fresno, CA dated Mar 12, 2004

Victim Details

Illabelle Carrie Wesson

Female

Black / African American

Fresno

CA

2004-03-12

8

Illabelle

Wesson

07/19/2026

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Illabelle Wesson, an 8-year-old girl from Fresno, California, tragically lost her life on March 12, 2004, in what is known as the worst mass murder in Fresno County's history. Illabelle was one of nine victims, all members of the Wesson family, who were found dead in their home. The perpetrator of this horrific crime was Marcus Delon Wesson, the patriarch of the family. Wesson had a history of incestuous relationships with his daughters and nieces, resulting in numerous children, including Illab ...
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  • Marcus Wesson - Wikipedia
  • Suspect in Fresno mass slaying pleads innocent - NBC News
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    Hey everyone, I've been thinking a lot about the heartbreaking testimony during Marcus Wesson's tria... ...Read More
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    10/20/2023
    I can't stop thinking about the role of the police during that tragic standoff with Marcus Wesson. I... ...Read More
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