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Jane Larson

Death by Force
Case Description
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On a tragic day in March of 2001, the lives of a family were forever altered in what would be described as one of the most severe crime scenes in the history of King County, Washington. Jane Larson, a 63-year-old White/Caucasian female, was found murdered in her Des Moines home on March 8, 2001. She was not the only victim of this horrific act of violence. Alongside her were her husband, Richard Larson, 64, their 17-year-old grandson, Taelor Marks, and his 17-year-old girlfriend, Josie Peterson. ...Read More
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  • The Seattle Times: Man gets life in Des Moines murder of 4 in 2001
  • Man gets life in Des Moines murder of 4 in 2001 | The Seattle Times
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    Victim Details

    Jane Larson

    Female

    White / Caucasian

    Des Moines

    IA

    2001-03-08

    63

    Jane

    Larson

    11/05/2025

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    I've been following the tragic case involving the Larson family from King County, WA. It's shocking ... ...Read More
    08/20/2024
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