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Laci Peterson (Detailed)
Status
Conviction
Type
Homicide
Date
December 24, 2002
Location
Modesto, California
Victim Age
27
Gender
Female
Eight-months-pregnant Laci Peterson vanished on Christmas Eve. Her husband Scott reported her missing and became the prime suspect. Laci's remains and those of her unborn son washed ashore near the San Francisco Bay. Scott Peterson was convicted of first-degree murder of Laci and second-degree murder of their unborn son Conner.
Last Seen / Last Known Information
December 24, 2002, family home in Modesto, CA
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