In Napa Valley, California, a troubling case of a double murder shook the community back in 2005. Two young women, Leslie Mazzara and Adriane Insogna, were found dead in their home after a late-night attack.
The crime was especially shocking because Napa Valley is usually a peaceful place. The women were well-known and liked, making the situation even more upsetting for locals.
For nearly a year, the case remained unsolved. Investigators interviewed many people and collected DNA samples, but they didn’t have any solid leads. However, they did find three cigarette butts outside the house, which turned out to be a crucial clue.
Eventually, police focused on Eric Copple, who was the boyfriend of one of Insogna’s friends from work. After some investigation, police revealed that the killer smoked Camel Turkish Gold cigarettes.
This information led to Copple’s arrest. It turned out he had confessed to his family, even writing suicide notes, because he feared being caught.
According to reports, Copple entered the women’s home through an open window and attacked Mazzara. Insogna heard the commotion and tried to help, but she was also overpowered. Another roommate managed to escape and call for help.
The motive behind the killings remained unclear, but it was discovered that Copple had married Insogna’s close friend after the incident. The District Attorney suggested that Copple might have been jealous of the time his wife spent with her friends. It was believed he acted out of anger after she refused to spend the night with him.
Even after Copple’s arrest, the murders remained a mystery to some.
