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Raiden Matern

Case from West Jordan, UT dated Dec 17, 2009

Victim Details

Raiden Matern

Male

White / Caucasian

West Jordan

UT

2009-12-17

4

Raiden

Matern

06/30/2026

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In the quiet community of West Jordan, Utah, a devastating tragedy unfolded on December 17, 2009, claiming the life of 4-year-old White male Raiden Matern. The young boy, along with his 6-year-old brother Gabriel and their 31-year-old mother Melissa Ann Matern, were found deceased in their apartment in what was determined to be a triple murder-suicide.

The perpetrator of this horrific act was the boys' father and Melissa's estranged husband, 34-year-old Justin Zachariah Matern. Investigat ...
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    It's really tough to wrap my head around the tragedy that happened with the Matern family. My heart ... ...Read More
    12/06/2024
    I've been reflecting on the impact this tragedy must have had on Melissa's family, friends, and the ... ...Read More
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    I just keep thinking about how this tragedy really highlights the importance of paying attention to ... ...Read More
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