THE KILLER CLOWN INCIDENT(1) ~~

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The Killer Clown: The Tragic Murder of Marlene Warren

In the serene suburb of Wellington, Florida, the morning of May 26, 1990, began like any other. The sun was shining, birds were chirping, and the weekend had just started. Marlene Warren, a 40-year-old mother, was enjoying breakfast with her son, Joseph, and a few of his friends. Little did they know, their peaceful morning was about to turn into a nightmare that would haunt them for decades.

Around 10:45 AM, a white Chrysler LeBaron pulled into the Warren's driveway. It wasn’t unusual to have visitors, but this one was different. A person dressed as a clown, complete with an orange wig, red nose, and white face paint, stepped out of the car. The clown carried a bouquet of red and white flowers and two balloons—one emblazoned with “You’re the greatest!” and the other adorned with an image of Snow White. The sight was both whimsical and unsettling.

Marlene, intrigued and perhaps a bit amused, opened the door. The clown, silent and composed, handed her the flowers and balloons. As Marlene reached out to accept the gifts, the clown pulled out a handgun and fired a single shot. The bullet struck Marlene in the face at point-blank range, causing her to collapse to the floor. The clown turned and calmly walked back to the waiting car, disappearing as quickly as they had arrived.

The Aftermath

Joseph and his friends, shocked by the sudden violence, rushed to Marlene's side. They called 911, and Marlene was quickly transported to the hospital. Despite the efforts of medical professionals, Marlene succumbed to her injuries two days later. The tranquil neighborhood of Wellington was rocked by the murder, and the community demanded answers.

The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office launched an immediate and extensive investigation. Detectives scoured the crime scene for clues, interviewed witnesses, and followed up on numerous leads. The bizarre nature of the crime—being carried out by a clown—captivated public and media attention. Speculation ran wild, but solid leads were few and far between.

Suspicions and Motive

Early in the investigation, detectives began to suspect Sheila Keen, an employee at a car rental agency owned by Marlene's husband, Michael Warren. There were rumors of an affair between Sheila and Michael, which provided a potential motive. Colleagues and acquaintances reported seeing Sheila wearing a clown costume similar to the one described by witnesses, and evidence suggested that she had purchased flowers and balloons matching those found at the scene.

However, the evidence was largely circumstantial. While there was a growing cloud of suspicion around Sheila, there wasn't enough concrete proof to make an arrest. The case grew cold, and Marlene’s murder remained unsolved, leaving her family and the community in a state of limbo.

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AUTHORS NOTES: i am bored, so i am posting ma intrest... don't  you dare to report ma work 🔪

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