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Mistrial Declared in 1986 Kathleen Flynn Murder Case

4/9/2026

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Karun Faces Murder Charges

Marc Karun was arraigned in Norwalk, Connecticut, on murder with special circumstances and kidnapping in the 1986 Kathleen Flynn case.
A mistrial was declared after Kathleen Flynn's body may have been placed in a used body bag, suggesting evidence contamination.
The judge stressed the need for a fair trial and DNA evidence.
Prosecutors plan to reassess the case as Flynn's family expresses disappointment over the delay.

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Jimenez Arrested for Murder

The Oxnard Police Department arrested Jose Jimenez, the suspect in the 2014 murder of Labh Nigah.
Advances in DNA technology linked Jimenez to the crime, which occurred in broad daylight at Sierra Linda Park.
Nigah was walking his son to school when he was stabbed, with no motive.
Victim’s daughter Arshneel Kaur expressed gratitude for detectives’ persistent efforts in seeking justice.
Jimenez faces first-degree murder charges and has not entered a plea.

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Karun Faces Murder Charges

Marc Karun was arraigned in Norwalk, Connecticut, on murder with special circumstances and kidnapping in the 1986 Kathleen Flynn case.
A mistrial was declared after Kathleen Flynn's body may have been placed in a used body bag, suggesting evidence contamination.
The judge stressed the need for a fair trial and DNA evidence.
Prosecutors plan to reassess the case as Flynn's family expresses disappointment over the delay.

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