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Ex-Kansas Detective Roger Golubski Dies by Suicide on First Day of Sex Crimes Trial

Roger Golubski, a former Kansas police detective, was found dead in his home on the first day of his sex crimes trial.
Authorities discovered Golubski's body after he missed jury selection for charges of kidnapping and raping two women.
The Kansas Bureau of Investigation stated there are no indications of foul play in his death.

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Washington Examiner

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