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Tragic Murder-Suicide Claims Family of Four in Sacramento

1/29/2026

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A family of four was found dead in a murder-suicide in Rancho Cordova, Sacramento.
David Vallerga allegedly shot his wife, Lindsey G. Peralta Vallerga, and their children Sydney and Colton before taking his own life.
Neighbors described the family as warm and engaged, while the community remains in shock.
Some neighbors recalled aggression from David.
Investigators found no evidence that the home was booby-trapped.

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Story summary

A family of four was found dead in a murder-suicide in Rancho Cordova, Sacramento.
David Vallerga allegedly shot his wife, Lindsey G. Peralta Vallerga, and their children Sydney and Colton before taking his own life.
Neighbors described the family as warm and engaged, while the community remains in shock.
Some neighbors recalled aggression from David.
Investigators found no evidence that the home was booby-trapped.