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Malcolm McKenzie

Case from Sacamento, CA dated Jul 21, 1982

Victim Details

Malcolm McKenzie

Male

Sacamento

CA

1982

Malcolm

McKenzie

06/22/2026

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Malcolm McKenzie, a 74-year-old male, was one of the victims connected to Dorothea Puente, a notorious serial killer who operated a boarding house in Sacramento, California. Puente was known for targeting vulnerable individuals, particularly the elderly and those in need of assistance. McKenzie accused Puente of drugging him and stealing his pension, leading to her conviction for theft and a five-year prison sentence.

Puente's crimes extended beyond financial fraud. She was ultimately cha ...
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  • Dorothea Puente - Wikipedia
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