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Missing Husband Found Dead; Wife's Stalker Linked to Crime

10/5/2025

Summary

Story summary

Kenneth Carl Fandrich, known as Kenny, was killed January 27, 2023, in Hillsboro, Oregon.
His wife, Tanya Fandrich, reported him missing after he failed to return home.
Find My iPhone located him in a parking garage.
Autopsy found blunt neck trauma. CCTV cameras had been spray-painted, suggesting tampering.
She had previously reported stalking by her former employer, Steven Neil Milner.

History

Historical Context

California's first anti-stalking law was enacted in 1990, addressing growing concerns over personal safety and harassment. This legislation empowered victims like Tanya Fandrich, who sought protection from her stalker, Steven Neil Milner. Despite these legal advancements, the tragic death of Kenny Fandrich underscores ongoing issues with stalking and domestic violence, highlighting the need for effective enforcement and victim support across the U.S.

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Story summary

Kenneth Carl Fandrich, known as Kenny, was killed January 27, 2023, in Hillsboro, Oregon.
His wife, Tanya Fandrich, reported him missing after he failed to return home.
Find My iPhone located him in a parking garage.
Autopsy found blunt neck trauma. CCTV cameras had been spray-painted, suggesting tampering.
She had previously reported stalking by her former employer, Steven Neil Milner.

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