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Gene Atkins Verdict and the Corado Tragedy | Venice Beach News
In a shocking retrial verdict, Gene Atkins was found guilty of murder in the death of Trader Joe’s assistant manager Melyda Corado — killed during a chaotic police shootout sparked by Atkins’ car crash and pursuit. Though prosecutors argued his actions directly led to her death, defense attorneys countered that he didn’t pull the trigger, and the jury should not assign blame for an officer’s fatal shot. Atkins, with a history of mental illness, was convicted under a “provocative act” theory — his behavior created lethal danger. The Corado family, who received a $9.5 million settlement after…
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