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Houston Wig Shop Killer Denied Parole – Victim’s Family Receives Notice
Background
Dror Goldberg, also known as the Houston wig shop killer, committed a heinous crime in 1998, taking the life of Manuela Silverio. Silverio, who had been working at Wigs By Andre since the 1970s, dedicated her time to helping cancer patients dealing with hair loss. Along with fatally stabbing Silverio, Goldberg also attacked her employers, Roberta Ingrando and Roland.
Conviction and Sentencing
Goldberg was just 19 years old at the time of the incident. In the year 2000, he was sentenced to 48 years in prison for his horrific crime. Currently incarcerated in Texas, Goldberg recently became eligible for parole.
Parole Denied
Despite being eligible for parole in August 2023, the parole board decided to keep Goldberg behind bars. The victim's family received a notice from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Victim Services Division (VSD) expressing their regrets for the victimization and informing them that parole had been denied. Goldberg's next parole review is scheduled for October 27, 2028.
Prosecuting Evil With Kelly Siegler
The terrifying case of the Houston wig shop killer will be featured in an upcoming episode of Prosecuting Evil With Kelly Siegler. The episode, titled "The Wig Shop Murder," will air on November 25, 2023, at 8:00 pm ET on Oxygen. The synopsis of the episode reveals that it will delve into the story of a young man who enters a wig shop, stabs three people, and goes on the run. After a worldwide manhunt, the killer is finally caught and brought to trial, where he faces prosecutor Kelly Siegler and his famed defense attorney.
Conclusion
The denial of parole for the Houston wig shop killer brings some solace to the victim's family, who continue to feel the impact of this tragic crime. As Goldberg remains behind bars, the upcoming episode of Prosecuting Evil With Kelly Siegler will shed light on the details of this horrifying case.
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