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Sharae Thompson

Case from Wilkes-barre, PA dated Nov 19, 2016

Victim Details

Sharae Thompson

Female

White / Caucasian

Wilkes-barre

PA

2016-11-19

21

Sharae

Thompson

06/27/2026

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Sharae Thompson, a 21-year-old woman from Wilkes-Barre, PA, tragically lost her life on November 19, 2016. She was killed by her ex-boyfriend, Zackary Yashkus, who then took the life of their 3-year-old son, Xander Yashkus, before ending his own life. The incident was determined to be a murder-suicide.

Sharae Thompson was born and raised in Wilkes-Barre and was known for her dedication to her son. She worked hard to provide for him and was described by friends and neighbors as a loving an ...
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  • Times Leader: Sharae and Xander Jace Yashkus Thompson's Obituary on Times Leader
  • WNEP.com: Mother, Father, Toddler Dead Following Murder-Suicide
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    Has anyone looked into whether there might have been any signs or warnings that could have prevented... ...Read More
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