BRIEFLY : OFFICIALS PROBING CAMARILLO DEATHS.CAMARILLO - A man and woman were found dead in their home, and authorities said Tuesday they are investigating whether it was a murder-suicide. Lawrence McCarthy, 77, died from blood loss caused by an incision incision /in·ci·sion/ (in-sizh´un) 1. a cut or a wound made by cutting with a sharp instrument.incis´ional 2. the act of cutting. in·ci·sion n. 1. on his arms, and his wife, Patricia McCarthy, 73, died from a stab wound to the chest, the Coroner's Office said. The couple died late Sunday or early Monday. According to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. a statement issued by the McCarthy family, Lawrence McCarthy had been suffering from insomnia insomnia, abnormal wakefulness or inability to sleep. The condition may result from illness or physical discomfort, or it may be caused by stimulants such as coffee or drugs. However, frequently some psychological factor, such as worry or tension, is the cause. and an adverse reaction to medication since hip replacement surgery in May. - Daily News Simi OKs reward in serial rape Serial rape is a term used to describe a series of three or more incidents of rape. External links
SIMI VALLEY Simi Valley (sē`mē, sĭm`ē), city (1990 pop. 100,217), Ventura co., SW Calif. in an oil, fruit, and farm region; laid out 1887, inc. 1969. - The Simi Valley City Council unanimously approved offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of a serial rapist suspected in at least nine attacks in the past three years. Authorities said they believe the dark-haired suspect, who has attacked women in their midteens to late 20s, lives locally. He is described as white, in his mid-20s, about 5 feet 8 inches and 160 pounds. In offering the reward Monday night, the council also established a program that allows for future monetary incentives for people to come forward with information. The value of each reward is to be determined by the council on a case-by-case basis. Anyone with information is asked to call CrimeStoppers at (805) 494-8255. - Daily News |
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