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crime17 days ago•6 min saved

Wife of Cal Fire Captain Pleads Guilty to 2025 Ramona Murder Amid Past Stabbing Conviction

Yolanda Marodi, 54, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the February 2025 stabbing death of her wife, Cal Fire captain Rebecca Marodi, in Ramona, after authorities say she fled to Mexico and was captured; she also admitted to a prior felony for the 2000 stabbing death of her then-husband, James Olejniczak, with a 2003 voluntary manslaughter conviction and release in 2013. She faces sentencing on September 2.

via Fox News|

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crime18 days ago•5 min saved

Valley Springs man arrested after sparking Gann Fire while seeking funds for a birthday dinner

65-year-old Herbert Wayne Smith was arrested on suspicion of recklessly starting the Gann Fire in Calaveras County, saying it was unintentional as he tried to earn money for a birthday dinner. The blaze grew to more than 10,000 acres, destroyed several structures and forced evacuations, with investigators referring the case to the district attorney for review. Smith had a prior 2019 misdemeanor related to burning lands.

via Los Angeles Times|

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crime2 years ago•1 min saved

"CalFire Seeks Person of Interest in 10 Freeway Fire"

CalFire has released a photo of a person of interest in connection with the arson that caused damage to the 10 Freeway in downtown Los Angeles. The fire, which occurred on November 11, has led to the closure of the freeway, causing delays and increased traffic in the area. The suspect is described as a man in his 30s, about 6 feet tall, wearing a black hoodie, blue shorts, grey shoes, a green scarf, and a knee brace on his right knee. He may also have a burn on his left leg. Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the Office of the State Fire Marshal Arson and Bomb Unit or the CAL FIRE Arson Hotline.

via NBC Southern California|

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