Amy Fraaken

Murdered
Case Description
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On November 22, 2015, Amy Fraaken, 42, and her 16-year-old daughter, Amber Fraaken, were found shot to death inside their home on Hull Avenue in Des Moines, Iowa. The incident was linked to a domestic conflict involving Amy's husband, Barney Fraaken.

Barney Fraaken, 47, was taken to the hospital for self-inflicted injuries on the same day the bodies were discovered. He was later released from medical care and subsequently arrested by Des Moines police in connection with the double homic ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Amy Fraaken

    Female

    White / Caucasian

    Des-moines

    IA

    2015-11-22

    42

    Amy

    Fraaken

    Yes

    12/04/2024

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