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Livermore Man and Pleasanton Girl Found Dead In Newark Believed To Have Been In A Relationship

Family of Patricia Martin, 17, posted on Facebook that she was last seen with 24-year-old boyfriend James Cole of Livermore.

The two bodies found in a second floor room at the E-Z 8 Motel in Newark Friday morning were that of a 24-year-old Livermore man and a 17-year-old Pleasanton girl, according to the Newark Police Department.

They sustained gunshot wounds and were pronounced dead at the scene. Police are investigating the case as a murder-suicide or a double suicide.

Though authorities have not released the identities of the victims, family and friends confirmed that the teenage victim was Patricia Martin, route: {:controller=>"articles", :action=>"show", :id=>"missing-pleasanton-teen-found-dead-in-newark-believed-to-be-patricia-martin"} -->, who was 

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Your Name September 17, 2012 at 07:27 pm
@Pleasanton Mom: After you get off of your high horse, how about you respectfully remove your detailed account of the families personal tragedies first. Lead by example.
C. Jones September 17, 2012 at 07:41 pm
As a parent of teen daughter, and in this mother's defense, she probably didn't know all that was going on. My daughter was very good at hiding things from me.
C. Jones September 17, 2012 at 07:43 pm
Agree.
C. Jones September 17, 2012 at 07:43 pm
Agree.
C. Jones September 17, 2012 at 07:48 pm
How very tragic. My heart and prayers go out to her and her family.
Pleasanton Mom September 17, 2012 at 08:28 pm
Ex union city resident:
I can tell we both desire to protect this family. I can appreciate your concern, but please know I have not and will not say anything that the family has not publicly said. It's so hard to see people judge this mom when I feel it is obvious they don't know her. So I know I'm not perfect and maybe I'm not saying it the perfect way, but my heart is truly in the right place and I just can't not say anything when such things are said about her because I feel I owe Tricia and her family more. The comments such as the one above are causing more pain and sadness for those that love Tricia and her family, many of which are still children themselves. I will continue to be very mindful of what I say as the last thing I would ever want to do is cause any more pain for her lived ones. I do think this is something most of us have in common. I think it is also right to defend them when they are unfairly attacked by people who do not know them.
charlotte September 17, 2012 at 09:37 pm
"A reader" has left snotty comments on my blog and is generally an Internet troll.
mr haho September 18, 2012 at 12:43 am
Sad
Crypticpainter September 18, 2012 at 01:06 am
You are obviously as ignorant as they come. There is no perfect parent out there. I was a heartless and rebellious teenager 15 yrs ago and let me tell you how INVOLVED my mother was. Every time I didn't return her calls or show up late I knew other parents were being called at all hours of the night because my mom was looking for me and I ALWAYS feared she would show up at a party to drag me home. But you know what? With all that said she could not stop me from hanging out with losers or ditching school or doing drugs, because my parents were blue collar people trying to make ends meat and they couldn't leave their jobs to go following me everywhere. There are so many parents to blame out there BUT how do you know she's one of them? You don't.
Allthatazz Nicole Marshall September 18, 2012 at 06:55 am
Im now a mother of 4 girls and my oldest is 15 Listening to thisband watching other scares the hell out me. Livermore really needs to come together to find way that are fun and interesting for our teens today because what is now fun fir them is drinkin and drugs. I was reading and commented on someone about oaklandization however oakland has many projects for the teens. And really i thinks some of our kids here in livermore would like.and a great place to start would be in that old building on the Corner of S livermore and pacific. A teen place i have so many ideas for it and really believe it would work and to be honest i've Said It many times but no one really wants to listen. But im desperately wanting to keep My girls away from violence and old perverts.
Tami Scalise/Halton September 18, 2012 at 07:11 am
Sorry, but I think that this poor Mom DIDNT want her daughter near him, that is why the daughter ran away, then his little cryptic message on face book just to make this devastated mother feel like she is to blame, he is a sick individual and a coward.
Bobzinger September 18, 2012 at 11:37 am
There are many youth oriented programs in Livermore...They are at churches and called "Youth Groups". There is also "Young Life". They both provide posative and uplifting places for youth to go to be encouraged.
Daniel Graham September 18, 2012 at 12:30 pm
@Allthatazz Nicole Marshall; After reading your post I can see you spent a little time in our esteemed public school system. Maybe Obama will dedicate a hangout downtown where our youths can work on that ghetto speech. We got to keep up with Oakland.
T.P.W. September 18, 2012 at 12:53 pm
It really is sad that people use blogs such as this one to get out their anger and hate for themselves. In this day and age people should show a little bit more sympathy and caring for others whether you know them personally or not. It really would make the world a better place to live if we did. I agree with the others about removing such negative comments or opinions. Its very obvious and clear as day that these are people that want to inflict hurt and pain on others (misery loves company)!!!!!!!!!!! Normal people don't want to se that mess.
Missy September 18, 2012 at 01:12 pm
This is so sad. I read the missing article about a week ago and I was really hoping it wasn't this young girl when I saw the article in SFgate (since they only released her age). Condolences to the friends and family.
Tammi September 18, 2012 at 01:15 pm
I agree. I don't know her but I suspect she was doing the right thing and did not approve of the relationship. My heart goes out to her.
jan September 18, 2012 at 01:42 pm
keeping children busy is a chore on it's own. i have to admit my dad kept me away from many things bad in east side san jose first by signing me up for classes at the community centers, taking hula/taihitian classes 3 x a wk...and never to go on a date without a chaperone until i was 18. yes, and i followed all these rules, i too became a single parent and raised my daughter in the same fashion. this is work and you still can't be guarenteed that creeps won't be hanging around the facility. creeps are everywhere. one can only hope that our children make the right choices when they are out of our sites...god bless the martin ohana for all of thier loss this yr. light, love, and prayers to you
DarrenM September 18, 2012 at 02:19 pm
It irks me that we have no rituals of manhood in our society. Get to be 18 and poof - you apparently magically transform into a MAN from a boy. The mere facts of this case certainly suggest that despite being 24, James was not a man. In my opinion a man differs from a boy in that he puts other's needs ahead of his own. Selfishness characterizes boyhood - a mature respect for others ought to characterize manhood. A true man cherishes those he holds dear. He looks out for their needs, being willing to sacrifice his own comfort to care for them as necessary. If it turns out that James indeed shot this girl and then turned the gun on himself, then one of he questions we ought to be asking is how can we help boys become men, instead of more physically powerful boys?
There are too many grey haired boys walking around today.
Daniel Graham September 18, 2012 at 04:04 pm
Good post @DarrenM: Our youth orientated culture allows childish behavior far into adulthood.
Darwinian Justice September 18, 2012 at 04:25 pm
Considering some people's borderline literacy here I'm not surprised that folks haven't really wanted to listen to their ideas.
Here's an idea on something kids can do: introduce them (and yourself) to a library. People might listen more when they see a well-composed sentence. That'd probably be too hard though, especially when you could just ask the taxpayers to buy the poorly-parented kids a new rec center.
Pleasanton Mom September 18, 2012 at 11:49 pm
The library has actually been known to throw middle and high schoolers out after school. Definitely not the most teen friendly place in town. Sorry, but true.
Pleasanton Mom September 18, 2012 at 11:50 pm
I believe this to be the case as well.
Pleasanton Mom September 18, 2012 at 11:52 pm
@darrenm
profound
Melissa September 19, 2012 at 12:09 am
He lied about his age! The mother had no idea what is true age was!!
Melissa September 19, 2012 at 12:12 am
He lied about his age! The mother had no idea what his true age was!!
jessica rabbit September 19, 2012 at 12:12 am
wow wtf is wrong with you? she lost her fuckin kid and ur gunna talk shit bout her parenting! i used to date james at first hes real cool then he becomes cling trust and believe patricias mother was tricked who the fuck do u think you are to judge someones fuckin parenting!
James Nelson September 19, 2012 at 02:29 am
Wow,
CNN's Website Links to this Story, you know the City of Newark is Relevant when Millions of people see it mentioned on such a Big Stage.
Pleasanton Mom September 19, 2012 at 05:19 am
Patch:
Why is this even a story? Very early on the mother said she thought she was with her "boyfriend" so this article is for nothing but to state what was already known so you could continue to attract readers as if this was something you had uncovered. You know she works for a rival news outlet and I would therefore think you would do certain things as a professional courtesy. The first would not to post articles that you make look like they include some selacious new detail when it is an item that was public before she was found. Second, I'm sure you've noticed that Pleasanton weekly has disabled comments on anything they've posted on the story out of respect for the mom. Are page views so important to you that you'd use the pain of a grieving mom to drive traffic to your page? Stop printing old news and disable the comments. Show some respect, even if it is fake and if you truly font care.
SanLeandroSingleDad September 19, 2012 at 04:23 pm
As a single dad of 3 teen girls, one of whom is turning 18 tomorrow, I've lost count of how many times I was considered the bad guy because I wouldn't let them go places without supervision. I'm sure the mother tried her best and my heart goes out to her ... when you're a working parent and you don't have any help at home and the kids are intent on being defiant ... you do all you can do and it still may not be enough. My 17yo lied, snuck out, got a tattoo, smoked pot, slept with a lot of boys in spite of my best efforts to keep her safe ... it could have been her in that motel room.
David Mills (Editor) September 20, 2012 at 06:59 pm
Hi, all:
We had to delete one comment here due to foul language. We also think everyone has had their say, so we are shutting off comments for this particular article. Our thanks to everyone who contributed to the conversation.
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Share something with your neighbors. Write a new post... What's up? Make an announcement, speak your mind, or sell something
Nika Megino (Editor) June 17, 2013 at 10:59 am
Hi Christian! Sorry for the trouble! I've gone in and reapproved your posts. I did, however, deleteRead More the duplicates. Please let me know if you have any more trouble with posting, and again, sorry for the inconvenience with our Spambot!
Christian Holm June 17, 2013 at 04:04 pm
Thanks, Nika! I truly appreciate your efforts. I just wish the software would get fixed.
Bridget Carney June 15, 2013 at 10:10 pm
Hi Penelope! I am interested in finding out more about your puppies. Please e-mail me atRead More bridget.carney@gmail.com
DeAnna Senft McDaid June 13, 2013 at 07:32 pm
thank you Lauren
Cindy Eckel June 14, 2013 at 08:01 am
Did you try 'Pleasanton Rentals' in Pleasanton...I know you asked for Livermore but this place hasRead More it all!
DeAnna Senft McDaid June 14, 2013 at 12:44 pm
Thank you Cindy I'll give them a call. apprecitate you taking the time.
Abby and Buddy
Beatrice Karnes June 13, 2013 at 08:48 am
They are beautiful and you described them so well! I hope that someone steps forward quickly! (IRead More have my quota of cats already.)
TrueRealist June 12, 2013 at 06:35 pm
It isn't up to the gov. to help raise your kids. The stork didn't drop the kid off unexpectedly. IfRead More you can't afford kids then don't have them.
barbieann June 13, 2013 at 08:39 am
Wow, so quick to jump to conclusions and judge. Maybe T.G. BUYS the child's lunch. Every schoolRead More sells hot lunch every day. At the majority of our schools, more lunches are bought than given for free.
DeAnna Senft McDaid June 13, 2013 at 12:43 pm
The schools give us 2 options as parents. 1. Buying lunches on campus or 2. Send them with a lunch.Read More Clearly the author of this chose number 1 and the school was OUT leaving the child with NO 3rd option. Shame on that school.
Jason Morgan June 9, 2013 at 09:33 pm
A great issue! However, the rodeo is nothing but animal cruelty wrapped up as "tradition"Read More and "entertainment". Why would the animal's welfare become a concern now? Rodeo performers have been documented beating, kicking, and shocking normally docile cows and horses in chutes and holding pens. "Bucking broncos" and steers are provoked with electric prods, sharp sticks, caustic ointments, and the pinching "bucking" strap, which is what really makes them jump, they are not "wild" and "dangerous" . The cowboys earn points by spurring the bucking horse. I have seen them up close and many are bleeding. Calves, roped when running, have their necks snapped back by the lasso, often resulting in neck and back injuries, bruises, broken bones, and internal bleeding. After their short and painful "careers," animals in rodeos are sent to the slaughterhouse. Dr. C.G. Haber, a veterinarian who spent 30 years as a federal meat inspector, describes the animals discarded from rodeos for slaughter as being "so extensively bruised that the only areas in which the skin was attached [to the flesh] was the head, neck, leg, and belly. I have seen animals with six to eight ribs broken from the spine and, at times, puncturing the lungs. I have seen as much as 2 to 3 gallons of free blood accumulated under the detached skin." Every national animal protection organization opposes rodeos because of their inherent cruelty. Don't feel bad everyone, I used to love the rodeo too. Before I knew better...
Bonbrwneyes June 10, 2013 at 09:13 pm
Something to consider and not pushing it aside because I feel its unimportant, but what I'd love toRead More have access to is how the riders that were hurt are doing today. Two bull riders got gored, one in the back and he was down and out for a bit and then obviously not "okay" as he stumbled out of the arena and then another that got his leg hurt and he couldn't get himself over the gate on his own. Left saturday's Rodeo hoping they were okay and would love follow up if at all possible. Thanks!
Danielle Nabozny June 8, 2013 at 03:00 pm
Thank you! That is what we want to know too. We have had more power outages this week than in theRead More 20+ years total that we have lived in this house!
Lynn June 8, 2013 at 07:03 pm
It would be nice to know, indeed. When my husband called to report the outage the recording saidRead More there were no outages in our area, which was clearly incorrect.
AT June 9, 2013 at 06:00 pm
I got the same thing, no outages when I called. I requested to be contacted by PG&E to explainRead More the problem. No call for that but I did get a "survey" call about their automated system. We have also lived here for 20+ years and never had this many outages.
Kari Hulac (Editor) June 8, 2013 at 12:48 pm
Great photos, Kathie..was the horse being evacuated?
Kathie Seymour-Sindicic June 8, 2013 at 12:54 pm
Thank you!! Yes this lady was evacuating this horse. It was the only one a saw be evacuated.