San Francisco, California – A tragic incident unfolded in the Portola neighborhood over the weekend, as a husband and wife were identified on Monday as the victims of an apparent murder-suicide. The couple, Oscar Picazo and Forinda “Flo” Picazo, were found deceased at their home on Dwight Street and San Bruno Avenue on Sunday night, according to a police source. The police were alerted to the scene following reports of a shooting around 8:44 p.m. The investigation suggests that the case is being treated as a murder-suicide.
Oscar was an employee at Recology, a waste management company, while his wife, Forinda, worked as a 911 dispatcher for the city. The couple, who leave behind four adult children and a grandchild, have left their community in shock and mourning. As authorities continue to piece together the events leading up to the tragedy, neighbors and loved ones grapple with the news of the couple’s untimely deaths.
Family and friends took to social media to share memories of the couple, who were well-regarded in the neighborhood. Their eldest daughter, Jazmin, described her parents as remarkable individuals and shared that her father had dedicated nearly three decades to Recology. Meanwhile, Florinda had been serving as a 911 dispatcher since 2008, garnering respect and admiration from her colleagues at the Department of Emergency Management.
The Department of Emergency Management issued a statement expressing shock and sorrow over the loss of a valued colleague, emphasizing the impact of this tragedy on the community. Candles were placed outside the couple’s residence by grieving neighbors, who remember them as kind and helpful individuals. The neighborhood is reeling from the news, with many expressing disbelief and sadness over the loss.
As investigations continue, the San Francisco Police Department’s homicide team is leading the inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the incident. The heartbreaking event has left a void in the lives of the Picazo family, as they come to terms with the loss of their parents. The community has come together to offer support and condolences to the grieving family during this difficult time as they seek to understand and process this devastating loss.