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Santa Monica Non-Profit Official & Wife Found Dead In Possible Murder-Suicide



Jeremy Ferguson, who was director of operations for Downtown Santa Monica Inc., and his wife, Mandy Zelinka, were found with fatal gunshot wounds in a possibble murder suicide at their home in Venice.

LAPD officer found the couple in their home on the 600 block of Superba Avenue at about 10:50 a.m. on April 21 following reports of a suicide at the location. Officer found both had been killed by gunshot wounds.

Ferguson, 50, had sent his suicide note to a friend who raced to the home near Venice Boulevard and called police when no one answered.

The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed that Ferguson’s wife, 49-year-old Mandy Zelinka, died from a gunshot wound to the head on April 21, 2026, inside the residence.

“Our hearts are broken as we process the news of the passing of Jeremy Ferguson,” said DTSM CEO Debbie Lee. “Jeremy was a cherished member of our team and a true champion for Downtown Santa Monica. His passion for placemaking and the dedication he brought to his work each day made a lasting impact. He will be deeply missed.”

Ferguson also served on the board of the Santa Monica History Museum.
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