Double Homicide: Suspect Sought In Killings Of Husband, Wife In Region

Police are asking for the public's help after a married couple was found dead inside their home in the region.

The bodies of Robert Guillaume, age 73 (pictured), and his wife Cathy Guillaume, age 65, were found inside a Rotterdam home on Fern Avenue on Friday, July 7.
Photo Credit: *GoFundMe via Claudia Bendett/Google Maps street view*

07/13/2023 6:20 p.m.

In Schenectady County, the bodies of Robert Guillaume, age 73, and Cathy Guillaume, age 65, were found Friday, July 7, inside a Rotterdam home on Fern Avenue, one block east of the Rotterdam Industrial Park.

Both deaths were classified as homicides following autopsies, according to Rotterdam Police. Investigators did not reveal their cause of death.

No suspects had been arrested as of Thursday, July 13, a police spokesperson told Daily Voice, adding that there is no threat to the community.

Anyone with information in the case is asked to call the Rotterdam Police Department at 518-355-7397, extension 289.

Meanwhile, a GoFundMe campaign to help the family with memorial expenses continues to grow. Those who wish to donate can do so here.

This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.

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