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California Man Charged with Parents' Decapitation Sings After Police Shooting

Joseph Gerdvil, 41, faces homicide charges after allegedly killing his elderly parents and their dog in San Juan Capistrano.

  • Police discovered the decapitated bodies of Ronald and Antoinette Gerdvil and their dog in their mobile home.
  • Joseph Gerdvil sent graphic images of the crime to a relative, prompting a call to authorities.
  • Gerdvil was found driving a golf cart and threw a shovel at police before being shot.
  • Body cam footage shows Gerdvil singing love songs after being shot by officers.
  • He is currently hospitalized in serious but stable condition and faces life imprisonment if convicted.
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