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May 6, 2026
Pictured above is the murder weapon Swindler used to kill his father in a Mill Valley home on April 21, 2025. Officials said Swindler purchased the ornate, 11-inch dagger from eBay and that it was recovered from his bedroom on-scene. The autopsy revealed 36 total sharp-force injuries caused by the blade, including multiple stab wounds. (Photo submitted)
Chilling details from Mill Valley murder
Ornate murder weapon, dozens of wounds and dispute about money among findings ahead of sentencing
Editor’s note: The following story contains some graphic descriptions of a murder that occurred in 2025 in Mill Valley. Some portions of the story might be upsetting to readers, but were included to illustrate the violent nature of the attack.
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Court documents related to a 2025 murder in Mi...


