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California woman who served a decade in prison for killing a partner will now serve 36 more for murdering her wife
NBC News • • nation
Key Points:
- Yolanda Marodi was sentenced to 36 years to life in prison after pleading guilty to second-degree murder in the fatal stabbing of her wife, Rebecca Marodi, in February 2025.
- The couple's marriage was deteriorating, and Yolanda stabbed Rebecca roughly two dozen times after Rebecca expressed her intention to end the marriage.
- Security camera footage captured part of the violent incident, including Yolanda’s chilling response to Rebecca’s plea for her life.
- Yolanda had a prior conviction for voluntary manslaughter in 2003 and fled to Mexico after the 2025 stabbing but was apprehended in Mexicali in March 2025.
- During sentencing, Rebecca’s mother expressed grief and resilience, emphasizing her commitment to seeking justice despite the trauma of losing her daughter.
