Prominent figures in the music industry, Robin Kaye, music supervisor for the show “American Idol,” and her husband, Thomas Deluca, were found fatally shot in their Los Angeles home earlier this week. A suspect, identified as 22-year-old Raymond Boodarian, is currently in custody without bail.
The couple, both aged 70, were found during a welfare check after police received calls of a possible break-in at their home. Boodarian allegedly trespassed onto the property and was inside the house when the couple returned. A violent struggle ensued, during which both victims were shot and killed, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
Officers initially responded to reports of a possible burglary, but were unable to enter the well-fortified property. A helicopter survey found no signs of trouble, and the scene was cleared. Subsequent surveillance footage review revealed the suspect scaling the fence and entering the property.
The motive behind this tragic event remains unclear. The house did not appear to be ransacked, and there is no footage from inside the home. According to reliable sources, Boodarian did not know the victims and isn’t a suspect in other burglaries.
This raises important questions about the initial response to the burglary call, prompting the LAPD to review its handling of the situation. Detectives have since found a firearm at Boodarian’s residence, which will undergo tests to determine its potential role in the crime.
The victims’ contribution to the world of music is being remembered, with a spokesperson for “American Idol” expressing their devastation at the loss of Robin Kaye, who had been part of the show since 2009. They have extended their deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the couple.
The investigation continues, with the LAPD preparing to present its case to the Los Angeles County district attorney for a charging decision. We are reminded, amid this tragedy, of the importance of staying informed and the public’s right to information. As always, we will continue to update you on developments in this case.
