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Richard Cole was a mormon in Santa Rosa, California. Joan Cole, Richards wife, claimed that Richard Cole beat her several times a week and raped her. His victim grew tired of his abuse and threats against taking her children and never allowing her to see them again and she shot and killed Richard. The judge called Richard’s behavior “bizarre”. Joan was sentenced to 1 year prison and 5 years probation.
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Joan Cole Draws Prison Sentence
Publisher: Petaluma Argus-Courier
Date: 8 Jun 1976
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view all information sources Joan Cole is Sentenced to Term in State Prison
Publisher: Petaluma Argus-Courier
Date: 8 Jun 1976
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Source type: News article
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