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Mary Moran

Case from Nevada-city, CA dated Apr 13, 2024

Victim Details

Mary Moran

Female

White / Caucasian

Nevada-city

CA

2024-04-13

58

Mary

Moran

06/22/2026

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On April 13, 2024, 58-year-old Mary Moran was found deceased in her residence on the 12000 block of Half Moon Way in Nevada City, California. A relative discovered her body around 5:08 p.m. and immediately contacted authorities. Responding deputies from the Nevada County Sheriff's Office determined that Moran had suffered a fatal gunshot wound.

Investigators quickly identified Moran's boyfriend and cohabitant, 64-year-old Kenneth Breining, as the primary suspect. Breining was not prese ...
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  • The Union: Homicide investigation ensues following Nevada City death
  • YubaNet: Domestic Violence Homicide Investigation in Nevada City
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