"Death at the Mansion: Rebecca Zahau" is a case that has attracted significant public interest and media coverage due to its mysterious and controversial circumstances. Here is an overview of the key elements of the case:
Background
Rebecca Zahau: An Asian American woman, Rebecca Zahau was found deceased at the historic Spreckels Mansion in Coronado, California, in July 2011. She was 32 years old at the time of her death.
Spreckels Mansion: Owned by Zahau's boyfriend, Jonah Shacknai, a wealthy pharmaceutical executive, the mansion was a notable landmark in Coronado.
The Incident
Discovery: Zahau's body was found in the courtyard of the mansion, hanging from a balcony. She was bound at her hands and feet, and gagged with a blue cloth.
Timeline: Her death occurred just days after Shacknai's six-year-old son, Max, suffered a fatal fall while under her care, which added complexity to the case.
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