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Karen Swarner

Death by Force
Case Description
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On the night of January 23, 2025, Karen A. Powers Swarner, a 32-year-old white female, was tragically found deceased alongside her husband and two young children in their home on Keck Lane in Ruffsdale, Pennsylvania. Karen's father discovered the scene after becoming concerned when he could not reach the family. Upon entering the residence, he found Karen, her husband Paul Swarner their 5-year-old daughter Evelyn, and 1-year-old son Connor, all deceased in the same room. A Ruger. 22 caliber ha ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Karen Swarner

    Female

    White / Caucasian

    Ruffsdale

    PA

    2025-01-23

    32

    Karen

    Swarner

    11/10/2025

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