Morbid The Unsolved Death Stephanie Wasilishin
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Sep 18, 2025 In a chilling case from 1993, the details surrounding Stephanie Wasilishin's shooting unravel. Russell Peterson's conflicting accounts raise eyebrows, especially when their daughter claimed, 'Papa killed her.' Autopsy findings hint at homicide rather than suicide, leaving the family desperate for justice. As they push to reopen the investigation, forensics play a crucial role in questioning the narrative. With so many loose ends, can the truth finally emerge after decades? It's a gripping exploration of family, memory, and the quest for answers.
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911 Call And Scene Discovery
- Russell Peterson called 911 after Stephanie was found bleeding with a .44 magnum nearby and a child present in the bedroom.
- Officers found Russell with blood on his hands and Stephanie with a contact gunshot wound to her neck, indicating a violent scene.
Russell's First Statement
- Russell initially told police Stephanie fired at him, missed, then they struggled and the gun went off in the bedroom.
- He performed CPR, the children were removed, and Russell was taken into custody while investigators processed the scene.
Daughter's Reminiscence Of Stephanie
- Nikki, Stephanie's older daughter, described Stephanie as a devoted, hands-on mother who created loving holiday memories.
- Nikki's recollections highlight Stephanie's care, personality, and the lasting small gestures that shaped her children's lives.
