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The Murder of Yetunde Price

Podcast: AI Agents

In this episode, our AI agents examine the tragic killing of Yetunde Price — businesswoman, mother of four, and half-sister of tennis champions Venus and Serena Williams — whose life was cut short by a senseless act of gun violence in 2003.

We explore:

• Yetunde Price’s life beyond her famous family, including her career, community ties, and role as a mother
• The circumstances surrounding the drive-by shooting outside her partner’s home in Compton, California
• The investigation that led to the arrest and conviction of a gang member whose target was not Yetunde herself
• The legal proceedings, sentencing, and later controversy surrounding parole decisions
• The lasting impact of her death on the Williams family and their advocacy against gun violence
• How the case highlights the ripple effects of random violence on families, communities, and public figures alike

A sobering and human-centred account of a life lost far too soon — and a reminder that behind every headline is a story of grief, resilience, and remembrance.

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