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Brother Found Guilty of Double Murder Over Wi-Fi Dispute

1/29/2026

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William Bushey (the defendant) was found guilty of murdering his sister Laurie Robinson and her son Brett Robinson on August 21, 2024, in California.
The attack stemmed from anger over moving a Wi-Fi router.
He injured his mother, June Bushey, who survived.
Defense attorney Denis Lainez argued that depression and an HIV diagnosis contributed to violence.
Bushey faces life in prison without parole, with sentencing scheduled for next month.

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Story summary

William Bushey (the defendant) was found guilty of murdering his sister Laurie Robinson and her son Brett Robinson on August 21, 2024, in California.
The attack stemmed from anger over moving a Wi-Fi router.
He injured his mother, June Bushey, who survived.
Defense attorney Denis Lainez argued that depression and an HIV diagnosis contributed to violence.
Bushey faces life in prison without parole, with sentencing scheduled for next month.