Family of killer California mom who slaughtered husband and 6-day-old reveals chilling final hours before bloodbath
A California family’s joyful gathering just hours after welcoming a newborn turned into a horrifying murder-suicide, after authorities say a mother fatally shot her husband and two young children before taking her own life in North Hills.Marine Basmajian, 30, killed her husband Khajag Basmajia, 31, and their two children, 2-year-old Alec and six-day-old baby Ella, inside the family’s home on Londelius Street on May 27, just before 8 p.m., according to the Los Angeles Police Department.She then turned the gun on herself.Officials said the couple’s home situation had recently shifted after they were staying temporarily at Khajag’s parents’ residence in North Hills due to safety concerns.The tragedy unfolded in a home tied to Khajag’s parents, where the couple had been living after their Winnetka property was reportedly burglarized twice in two years.Family members said the break-ins left Marine especially frightened.California's top news, sports and entertainment delivered to your inbox every day.
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Never miss a story After the first burglary, Khajag purchased a handgun for protection, the same firearm later used in the killings, according to relatives.What makes the case even more disturbing is what happened the night before the violence.Family members said the household had gathered to celebrate the birth of infant Ella, who was just six days old.The evening reportedly included music, pizza, and dancing with family.California Post News: Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, YouTube, WhatsApp, LinkedInCalifornia Post Sports Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, XCalifornia Post Opinion California Post Newsletters: Sign up here!California Post App: Download here!Home delivery: Sign up here!Page Six Hollywood: Sign up here!Arthur Shamlyan, Marine’s brother, described the scene, saying:“They were all at the f...