On the morning of March 15, 2025, authorities responded to a distress call at approximately 5:30 a.m. at a residence in the 13200 block of Corley Drive in La Mirada, California. Upon arrival, deputies discovered the bodies of Rhonda Alder, a 56-year-old White/Caucasian female, and her husband, Timothy Alder, a 57-year-old White/Caucasian male. Both had sustained gunshot wounds to the head and were pronounced dead at the scene by emergency personnel.
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office determined that Rhonda Alder's death was a homicide, while Timothy Alder's death was ruled a suicide. A firearm was recovered at the scene. The couple's two sons, one of whom is a minor, were present in the home during the incident. Reports indicate that after the shootings, the children exited the residence, and a neighbor subsequently contacted the authorities.
Rhonda Alder was a longtime employee in the grocery retail sector, having worked at multiple Stater Bros. Markets locations, including stores in Norwalk and Whittier. She was known for her upbeat personality and dedication to her family, particularly her sons, Justin and Jacob.
In 2018, Rhonda Alder was arrested on suspicion of battery on a spouse or cohabitant, as reported by the Norwalk Sheriff Substation. Details surrounding this prior incident have not been disclosed.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. Authorities have urged anyone with information to contact the Sheriff's Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500.
