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The Murder of Kenneth Fandrich: A Community in Shock
10/5/2025, 5:38:06 PM
Tragic Discovery in Hillsboro
On January 27, 2023, Kenneth Carl Fandrich, a 56-year-old contractor for Intel, was found dead in his vehicle in the parking garage of the Intel campus in Hillsboro, Oregon. Initially perceived as a natural death, an autopsy later revealed that Fandrich had suffered blunt compression trauma to the neck, indicating he had been strangled. The circumstances surrounding his death shocked the local community and prompted a homicide investigation.
A History of Stalking
Investigators quickly uncovered a troubling history involving Kenneth's wife, Tanya Fandrich, and Steven Neil Milner, a licensed veterinarian. Tanya had engaged in an extramarital affair with Milner, which Kenneth discovered. Following this revelation, Tanya ended the affair, but Milner became obsessed, stalking both Kenneth and Tanya. He attached GPS tracking devices to their vehicles and trespassed onto their property multiple times. In March 2022, Kenneth was granted a Stalking Protective Order (SPO) against Milner, but the harassment continued.
Milner's stalking escalated in late 2022, culminating in a series of alarming incidents, including spray-painting security cameras at Kenneth's workplace just weeks before the murder. On the day of the murder, Milner ambushed Kenneth in the parking garage after disabling the cameras, ultimately leading to Kenneth's death.
Official Statements & Responses
The investigation revealed that Kenneth had taken significant steps to protect himself and Tanya from Milner's harassment. Despite these efforts, Milner's actions persisted, leading to Kenneth's tragic demise. Tanya played a crucial role in alerting authorities when Kenneth failed to return home, using Find My iPhone to locate him.
Arrest and Charges
On January 31, 2023, Steven Milner was arrested and charged with second-degree murder and stalking, along with multiple counts of violating the court's SPO. The evidence against him included surveillance footage showing him spray-painting the cameras and following Kenneth to his workplace. Milner's trial began in January 2025, culminating in a guilty verdict on January 22, 2025. He was sentenced to life in prison, with the possibility of parole after 25 years, along with an additional six-year term for violating the SPO.
Criticism & Opposition
The case has raised concerns about the effectiveness of protective orders and the legal system's ability to safeguard victims of stalking. Critics argue that despite the SPO, Milner's continued harassment highlights systemic failures in addressing such threats.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Kenneth Carl Fandrich, lovingly known as Kenny, was a compassionate individual and a dutiful husband.” — Family Member
The murder of Kenneth Fandrich serves as a tragic reminder of the dangers posed by obsessive individuals and the challenges faced by victims seeking protection. The community continues to mourn his loss while grappling with the implications of this case.
