Sam Haskell Jr. dies by suicide in jail ahead of triple murder hearing
Haskell had been held without bail since his arrest in November 2024, following the gruesome discovery of his wife's dismembered torso in a dumpster near their Tarzana home.
Authorities confirmed his death but have not disclosed the method. His suicide brings a sudden and unsettling end to one of the most disturbing criminal cases in recent Hollywood history, TMZ reported.
The alleged crimes: A timeline of horror
Haskell was accused of murdering his wife Mei Li Haskell, 37, and her parents Gaoshan Li, 72, and Yanxiang Wang, 64.
The couple lived with their three children and Mei's parents in a quiet Los Angeles neighborhood. On November 7, 2024, a homeless man discovered a woman's torso in a dumpster, later identified as Mei's. Her parents' remains were never found, though investigators believed they suffered the same fate.
According to police reports, Haskell allegedly dismembered the bodies and placed them in black garbage bags and hired day laborers to dispose of the bags, claiming they contained rocks and Halloween decorations.
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Suspicious of the contents, the workers opened a bag, found human remains, returned the bags, and called 911 and the surveillance footage showed Haskell loading and dumping the bags, leading to his arrest.
Inside the home, police found blood evidence and signs of dismemberment, confirming their suspicions.
A family legacy marred by violence
Haskell Jr. was the son of Sam Haskell Sr., a former executive at the William Morris Agency who represented stars like Dolly Parton, George Clooney, and Whoopi Goldberg.
The younger Haskell had worked in entertainment but reportedly struggled with career setbacks and financial issues. Neighbours described him as having an 'obsession with weapons,' including swords and crossbows, and noted tension in the household.
Mei, described by friends as a devoted mother and 'bright light,' was reportedly the family's primary breadwinner, working multiple jobs to support their children.
Legal fallout and unanswered questions
Haskell Jr. had pleaded not guilty to all charges and was facing life imprisonment without parole if convicted. His death leaves many questions unanswered like What was the motive behind the killings? Were there signs of mental illness or prior abuse? How will the justice system respond to the unresolved charges? Further the couple's three children have been placed in the care of extended family.
The death of Sam Haskell Jr. closes a chapter on a case that horrified the public and devastated a family. As investigators and loved one's grapple with the aftermath, the tragedy serves as a grim reminder of the hidden turmoil that can exist behind closed doors even in the most privileged households.
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