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On a February night in 1985 a home invasion in rural Tehama County, California, ended in a triple homicide and arson. Three people were killed at the private residence: 24-year-old Jana Provence, Patrick Quinn, and Mark Allison. After the killings the house was deliberately set on fire, destroying much of the scene and complicating the investigation.

Investigators explored motives including robbery and personal vendettas, but the deliberate burning of the home left little usable evidence and no immediate arrests were made. Despite detective work over the years and the interest of cold case researchers, no one has been charged and there has been no trial.

The surviving families still seek answers. If anyone knew Jana Provence, Patrick Quinn, Mark Allison, or any details about that February 1985 home invasion and fire, please share what you remember with the authorities.