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Royal Oak nanny murder case: Medical examiner testifies grandfather was stabbed more than 40 times
By Brandon Carr at WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News
· June 26, 2026
· 3 min read
Royal Oak nanny Samantha Booth, accused of fatally stabbing a child’s grandfather while allegedly under the influence of psychedelic mushrooms, appeared in court Thursday as prosecutors presented graphic testimony about the victim’s injuries during a preliminary examination.The hearing focused on...
Key takeaway The hearing focused on the death of David Ong, 83, who investigators say was killed Oct.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The disturbing details of David Ong's death have sent shockwaves through the Royal Oak community, where the 83-year-old grandfather was brutally murdered. As the case against Samantha Booth, the accused nanny, moves forward, residents are left to grapple with the violence that occurred in a home where a young child was being cared for. The fact that Ong suffered over 40 penetrating wounds, with evidence of defensive injuries, suggests a prolonged and horrific attack. The medical examiner's testimony also raises questions about the potential consequences of substance use, as Booth was allegedly under the influence of psychedelic mushrooms at the time of the incident. As the community processes this tragedy, it will be important to consider how such a violent act could occur in a neighborhood where families expect to feel safe, and what measures can be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News ·
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What is this story about? Royal Oak nanny Samantha Booth, accused of fatally stabbing a child’s grandfather while allegedly under the influence of psychedelic mushrooms, appeared in court Thursday as prosecutors presented graphic testimony about the victim’s injuries during a preliminary examination.The hearing focused on...
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