Authorities in Southern California are urgently searching for Yolanda Marodi, the wife of Cal Fire captain Rebecca Marodi, who was found stabbed to death in their home. Yolanda is currently wanted in connection to the brutal murder, and is described as being 5’2″ tall and weighing 166 lbs with brown hair. The San Diego Sheriff’s Office announced that they have identified Yolanda Marodi as the suspect in the case, also known as Yolanda Olenjniczak. The discovery of Rebecca Marodi’s body with multiple stab wounds occurred on February 17th, with officials confirming her death as a homicide after conducting an autopsy.
The motive for the murder has yet to be determined, with officials still actively gathering information to establish the facts of the case. Yolanda Marodi has a previous criminal record, having been charged with murder in 2000 for allegedly stabbing a man to death in San Bernardino County. She later pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter and served time in prison from February 2004 to November 2013. Despite this background, the details surrounding the current case remain unclear, with authorities treating it as a possible domestic violence incident and suggesting that the captain may have known the suspect.
Rebecca Marodi had served over 30 years with Cal Fire, mainly in Riverside County, and was planning to retire later this year. She was well-respected within the firefighting community, with her death being described as a profound loss by both Cal Fire and CAL Fire Riverside. Colleagues and friends expressed their sorrow over her passing, highlighting her legacy of mentorship, service, and dedication in battling fires. Social media posts indicate that Rebecca and Yolanda Marodi had been together since 2022, with both expressing love and admiration for each other.
The case continues to unfold as authorities work diligently to gather information and establish the motive behind Rebecca Marodi’s murder. The tragic loss of a dedicated firefighter and beloved wife has left many in mourning, with the firefighting community expressing their condolences and recognizing the impact of her work. Yolanda Marodi remains at large as the subject of a manhunt, with officials urging anyone with information on her whereabouts to come forward. As the investigation progresses, more details may emerge to shed light on the circumstances surrounding this devastating act of violence.
