SFPD Veterans Killed in Mill Valley Triple Shooting

Marin County and the local law enforcement community are reeling from a devastating triple shooting that took place on a quiet street in unincorporated Mill Valley. The violent incident claimed the lives of three individuals, including retired San Francisco Police Department veterans Kevin and Ann Mannix.

San Francisco Police Chief Derrick Lew formally shared the heartbreaking news with the department, highlighting the profound impact of the loss. Investigators and local authorities are continuing to work around the clock to piece together the events that led to this tragedy.

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Tragedy Strikes a Quiet Neighborhood

The Marin County Sheriff’s Office rushed to the residential property shortly after 5 p.m. following a critical 911 call reporting shots fired. Deputies secured the perimeter quickly and safely extracted a reporting party who had managed to escape outside to safety.

Upon entering the home, responding deputies discovered three deceased individuals inside. While official identifications from the Marin County coroner are still pending, reliable sources have confirmed the Mannixes were among the victims.

Honoring Decorated SFPD Veterans

Kevin and Ann Mannix were deeply respected figures who left an indelible mark on California law enforcement. Kevin served faithfully as a sergeant at the Taraval Station until his well-deserved retirement in 2018.

Ann Mannix was a true pioneer who broke barriers by becoming the first and only woman to serve on the SFPD SWAT team, later rising to lead it. As fourth-generation San Franciscans, the couple ascended to high-ranking positions before Ann ultimately retired as deputy chief overseeing special operations in 2021.

The ongoing investigation involves multiple agencies working to determine a motive for the shooting. Community members looking for places to stay or exploring things to do nearby have expressed profound shock over the violence.

As the neighborhood mourns, local leaders continue to offer support to the grieving families and colleagues of the victims. Further updates from the sheriff’s office are expected as forensic teams finalize their examinations of the scene.

Here is the source article for this story: Retired SFPD couple, Ann and Kevin Mannix, among 3 killed in Marin shooting, sources say

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