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San Francisco socialites found dead on side of Interstate 5

Prominent San Francisco socialites Judith and Wylie Sheldon were found dead inside a running vehicle parked on Interstate 5.

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PULSE detected this story across 2 language editions of the world's news.

🇬🇧 English Jun 17, 23:07 UTC
🇪🇸 Spanish Jun 19, 18:20 UTC · EL PAÍS

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The brief

Judith and Wylie Sheldon, identified as prominent San Francisco socialites and arts patrons, were discovered deceased inside a running SUV on the shoulder of Interstate 5 in Northern California. The vehicle was located near Redding, specifically north of Fawndale Road close to Lake Shasta. Coverage identifies Judith Sheldon as the daughter of film director William Wyler.

Outlets including the San Francisco Chronicle, Deadline, and CBS News report that the couple were well-known figures in the arts and film communities. The San Francisco Chronicle notes that the deaths have been described as "medically related," though further details remain unspecified. Various sources emphasize that the vehicle was still running at the time of discovery.

Authorities have not yet released specific findings regarding the medical circumstances mentioned in coverage. Official statements regarding the cause of death and the timeline of events leading up to the discovery are pending.

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Quick answers

Who are the victims?

Judith and Wylie Sheldon, identified as San Francisco socialites and arts patrons. Judith is noted as the daughter of director William Wyler.

Where were they found?

Inside a running SUV on the side of Interstate 5 in Northern California, near Redding and north of Fawndale Road.

What have officials said about the cause?

The San Francisco Chronicle reports the deaths are described as 'medically related,' but specific causes have not been detailed in current coverage.

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San Francisco Interstate 5 Judith Sheldon Wylie Sheldon William Wyler

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