Raymond Bodarian would have invaded the victims’ residence through a unlocked door and had no previous relationship with the couple
The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) arrested last Tuesday (15), 22-year-old Raymond Bodarian, suspected of the program’s murder, and her husband, the musician. The couple was found dead inside their own house in Encino, a noble neighborhood of Los Angeles (USA), on Monday (14). According to the authorities, Bodarian, who lives in the same neighborhood, had no previous relationship with the victims. Police believe he broke into the residence on Thursday, July 10, through a unlocked door. Also according to the investigation, Kaye and Deluca would have arrived at home and surprised the invader. A fight would have started and, during the confrontation, the suspect shot and killed both of them.
The bodies were found four days later, when neighbors and family members called the police because they could not contact the couple. When they arrived at the scene for a well-being verification, the agents noticed bloodstains at the entrance of the house. After breaking down a window, they found Robin and Thomas shot in their heads. According to Variety magazine, Bodarian’s arrest occurred after the crossing of forensic evidence and images captured by security cameras in the region. The investigation, which initially ran without suspects, advanced rapidly after collecting materials.
Who were Robin Kaye and Thomas Deluca
Robin Kaye worked behind the scenes of television, but had a central role in the sound construction of one of the most watched reality shows in the United States. Responsible for American Idol’s musical supervision for 15 seasons, he was involved in over 300 episodes. His trajectory earned him recognition in the sector, including awards from Guild of Music Supervisors. He also acted in other outstanding productions such as Lip Sync Battle, Hollywood Game Night and Worn Stories.
Thomas Deluca, his life and art companion, also built a career dedicated to music. He released his latest album, Street Rock, in 2022, keeping the authorial vein that marked his debut album, Down to the Wire, published by Epic Records in 1986. The mansion where the bodies were located, valued at about $ 27 million, was bought by a couple just over a year ago. To the local press, neighbors described the couple as discreet, kind and passionate about music.
*With information from Estadão Content
Posted by Fernando Dias
