Myra Carol Weinstein Chegwin, aged 23, tragically lost her life on August 7, 1968, in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California. The incident was a harrowing case of domestic violence that culminated in a murder-suicide. Myra was shot and killed by her estranged husband, Fred Chegwin, who also took his own life after committing the heinous act. The tragedy did not end with Myra's death; Fred Chegwin also murdered Myra's father, Phillip Weinstein, her stepmother, Rosemary Weinstein, and her younger
sister, Debbie Weinstein, before turning the gun on himself.
The bodies of Phillip Weinstein, a 47-year-old clothing manufacturer, his wife Rosemary, 38, and his daughters, Debbie, 19, and Myra, were discovered in their Hollywood Hills home. The police investigation revealed that Fred Chegwin, 31, was the perpetrator of this gruesome crime. The motive behind the killings was believed to be rooted in personal and marital discord, as Fred and Myra were estranged at the time of the incident.
The case was extensively covered by the media, highlighting the devastating impact of domestic violence and the tragic loss of multiple lives in a single event. The investigation concluded with the determination that Fred Chegwin acted alone in the murders before committing suicide. There were no further arrests or suspects involved in the case, as the primary suspect was deceased.
This tragic event serves as a somber reminder of the severe consequences of domestic violence and the importance of addressing such issues within society. The loss of Myra Carol Weinstein Chegwin and her family members left a lasting impact on the community, and their memory continues to be honored by those who knew them.
