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Professor, Wife Found Slain; Son Charged
30 Oct
Summary
- Photography professor and wife discovered shot to death at home.
- Professor's son arrested and charged with murder.
- Suspect held on $3 million bail amid mental health concerns.
Tragedy has struck Oberlin College with the discovery of photography professor Pipo Nguyen-Duy, 64, and his wife, Tran Thi Phong, 56, found deceased in their home on Wednesday. The couple died from apparent gunshot wounds.
Daniel Jones, 31, the professor's son, was arrested in connection with the killings. He faces six murder charges and other related offenses. Jones is being held on $3 million bail after his initial court appearance.
Authorities responded to a car fire in a parking lot earlier that day, leading to the discovery of a vehicle registered to Jones. A subsequent wellness check at the professor's home, following Jones's arrest, revealed the bodies.
Jones's mother in Oregon informed police that her son has a history of mental illness and requires medication. Investigators found Jones's wallet, passport, and ammunition in the car before apprehending him about a mile away.
