Cal Fire Captain Rebecca Marodi Fatally Stabbed in San Diego County Home

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A Cal Fire captain was found stabbed to death inside her San Diego County home on Monday, and authorities are still searching for the suspect. Deputies were dispatched to the 20200 block of Rancho Villa Road in Ramona at around 9 p.m. on Monday after learning of an assault that happened in the area, according to the San Diego County Sheriff's Office. Upon arrival, they found the victim suffering from multiple stab wounds, deputies said. Despite attempted life-saving measures the woman was declared dead at the scene. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, with many calling for justice and an end to domestic violence.

On Tuesday, the victim was identified by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, as Rebecca Marodi, 49, a 30-year firefighting veteran who was stationed in French Valley just north of Temecula. Thus far into their investigation, Sheriff's Homicide Unit detectives have yet to identify a suspect or motive in the incident, but they suspect that Marodi "knew the perpetrator and are treating this case as a potential domestic violence incident." According to Cal Fire officials, Marodi began her firefighting career in 1993 as a volunteer firefighter in Moreno Valley. She then served as a seasonal Fire Fighter I from 1994 to 2000 in San Bernardino and Riverside before she was promoted to Fire Fighter II. In 2007, she was promoted to a Fire Apparatus Engineer and to Captain in 2022.

She was previously stationed in Perris, Home Gardens, Indian Wells, Menifee, North Rancho Mirage and Temecula before ending up with French Valley Station 83. Her colleagues and superiors have remembered her as a dedicated and compassionate individual who always put the needs of others before her own, and her passing has left a void in the community. Anyone who knows more is urged to contact SDSO homicide detectives at (858) 285-6330. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the circumstances surrounding Marodi's death. As the case continues to unfold, many are left wondering what could have been done to prevent such a tragedy, and how to support those affected by domestic violence.

The timeline of events surrounding Marodi's death is as follows: * 9 p.m. on Monday: Deputies were dispatched to the 20200 block of Rancho Villa Road in Ramona after learning of an assault that happened in the area * 9 p.m. on Monday: Deputies found the victim suffering from multiple stab wounds * Tuesday: The victim was identified as Rebecca Marodi, 49, a 30-year firefighting veteran * Ongoing: Sheriff's Homicide Unit detectives are investigating the incident, and a suspect is still at large. The investigation has been met with an outpouring of support from the community, with many calling for an end to domestic violence and justice for Marodi and her loved ones.

As the community comes to terms with the loss of Captain Marodi, many are reflecting on the impact she had on those around her, and the importance of supporting those affected by domestic violence. The incident serves as a reminder of the need for continued support and resources for victims of domestic violence, and the importance of addressing the root causes of such violence. By working together, we can create a safer and more supportive community for all, and honor the memory of Captain Marodi and her dedication to serving and protecting others.