I have to admit that I was initially surprised when I heard that homicide was the leading cause of death for pregnant women but after reading this article, it was something I could more easily wrap my mind around.
While I haven't heard or can't remember anyone in our area who was murdered as a result of being pregnant, there is one story that comes to mind about a man who allegedly slaughtered his entire family.
Robert Fisher is now on the FBI's 10 Most Wanted list. He was married to his wife, Mary Jean, and had two children -- Brittney, 12 and Bobby Jr., 10. Fisher's family home exploded more than seven years ago and it was thought that his wife and two children's throats were slashed prior to the start of the fire. Fisher was reportedly having an affair at the time.
Another man, whose name I can't recall also allegedly murdered his wife and two stepchildren whose bodies were found in 55-gallon drums buried in the desert a few years later. He was convicted and remained cocky even when it came to his sentencing.
And Susuan mentioned the National Domestic Violence Hotline which is a great resource for women. You can find out more at http://www.ndvh.org/ or by calling 1-800-799-SAFE (7233). Thanks for the info, Susan.
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I have to admit that I was initially surprised when I heard that homicide was the leading cause of death for pregnant women but after reading this article, it was something I could more easily wrap my mind around.
While I haven't heard or can't remember anyone in our area who was murdered as a result of being pregnant, there is one story that comes to mind about a man who allegedly slaughtered his entire family.
Robert Fisher is now on the FBI's 10 Most Wanted list. He was married to his wife, Mary Jean, and had two children -- Brittney, 12 and Bobby Jr., 10. Fisher's family home exploded more than seven years ago and it was thought that his wife and two children's throats were slashed prior to the start of the fire. Fisher was reportedly having an affair at the time.
Another man, whose name I can't recall also allegedly murdered his wife and two stepchildren whose bodies were found in 55-gallon drums buried in the desert a few years later. He was convicted and remained cocky even when it came to his sentencing.
And Susuan mentioned the National Domestic Violence Hotline which is a great resource for women. You can find out more at http://www.ndvh.org/ or by calling 1-800-799-SAFE (7233). Thanks for the info, Susan.
July 30, 2008 - 2:57pmThis Comment
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