Walter George Parkin, 33, was one of four members of the Parkin family murdered at their home near Acampo/Victor, California, on November 7, 1973. The killings were carried out by Douglas Gretzler and Willie Steelman during a multi-state crime spree that began in Arizona and continued into California. On November 3, 1973, the pair arrived at the Parkin residence and forced Walter to go to his market to empty the safe; upon returning to the house the adults were executed in a bedroom closet.

Walter’s wife Joanne and their children Lisa and Robert were also killed in the attack; in total nine people were murdered at the Parkin family home as part of the spree. Gretzler and Steelman were later captured and prosecuted. The Parkins were described as a well-known, beloved local family and their deaths left a deep impact on the community.

Is there anyone who knew the Parkin family or remembers the events that could share memories or details?