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Florida Woman Kills Roommate, Flees in His Truck
11 Mar
Summary
- Woman accused of stabbing her 76-year-old veteran roommate to death.
- She allegedly stole his truck and fled the scene after the argument.
- The suspect was apprehended in a neighboring county and confessed.

In Punta Gorda, Florida, 48-year-old Shannon R. Giblin was charged with second-degree murder and grand theft of a motor vehicle. Authorities responded to a call reporting an unresponsive person on Sunday, March 8. Upon arrival, deputies discovered 76-year-old Paul De Wayne Bradley deceased in the home he shared with Giblin.
Giblin is accused of fatally stabbing Bradley after a heated argument. She then allegedly took his truck and fled the residence. Detectives located Giblin and the stolen truck in Sarasota County, leading to her arrest. She reportedly confessed to the murder during questioning.
Neighbors expressed shock, remembering Bradley as a kind veteran and a fixture in the community. Giblin had reportedly moved in recently to assist the elderly veteran. Her family has expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy.




