American Idol Music Supervisor Robin Kay and Husband Murdered After Home Burglary

Tragic Discovery of Robin Kay and Thomas Duca

• 💔 Robin Kay, music supervisor for American Idol for over a decade, and her husband Thomas Duca, were found dead in their Anino home on Monday.
• 🔍 The discovery was made after a concerned friend called police, who then observed blood on the front door and smashed a window to gain entry.
• 🩸 Both victims, aged 70, were found shot in separate rooms within their residence.

Previous Police Incident at the Property

• 🚨 Days before the discovery, police responded to an armed burglary call at the couple's gated home.
• 🚁 A neighbor live-streamed the significant police response, including patrol cars and helicopters.
• ⚠️ However, officers at the time reported seeing no signs of a break-in, leading to neighborly concern about the thoroughness of the police investigation.

Suspect Apprehended and Investigation Details

• 🏃‍♂️ Investigators identified 22-year-old Raymond Berian as the suspect.
• 🏠 Police believe Berian scaled a fence, entered the residence through an unsecured door, and was inside for approximately half an hour before the couple returned home last Thursday.
• 🔫 A gun was found at the suspect's home and is being tested as the potential murder weapon; blood from the scene also matches Berian.
• ⚖️ The LAPD is expected to present its evidence to the District Attorney soon.

American Idol's Tribute to Robin Kay

• 🌟 A spokesperson for American Idol stated that Robin Kay had been a cornerstone of the Idol family since 2009.
• 🎶 She was credited with helping to shape some of the show's most iconic musical moments during her tenure.