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Linda Broderick

Case from San-diego, CA dated Nov 05, 1989

Victim Details

Linda Kolkena Broderick

Female

San-diego

CA

1989-11-05

28

Linda

Broderick

07/04/2026

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Linda Kolkena Broderick, aged 28, tragically lost her life on November 5, 1989, in San Diego, California. Linda was married to Dan Broderick, a prominent attorney, and their relationship had been marked by controversy and tension, primarily due to Dan's previous marriage to Betty Broderick. Linda and Dan's romance began when she worked as his secretary at his law firm, leading to Dan's divorce from Betty. This divorce was highly contentious, with Betty feeling deeply wronged and betrayed by her ...
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  • Betty Broderick: Murder, Trial and Jail - Los Angeles Times
  • Today Linda Kolkena... - Dan and Linda Broderick supporters
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    Has anyone else come across the details about the key Betty used to get into Dan and Linda's house? ... ...Read More
    01/07/2025
    I recently came across some details about Linda Kolkena Broderick, and it just got me thinking about... ...Read More
    07/15/2024
    I recently read about the tragic loss of Linda Kolkena Broderick, and it’s been weighing heavily o... ...Read More
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