In a somber turn of events, 39-year-old Matthew Brenneman is facing charges for the murder of his ex-girlfriend, 33-year-old Danicka Bergeson, as announced by the Hennepin County court on Wednesday, August 23. The New York Post reported that Bergeson was tragically found dead in her apartment on July 8, sparking a chain of revelations about the troubled relationship.
Authorities have revealed that the timeline points to the crime occurring between June 29 and the day Bergeson’s lifeless body was discovered, raising questions about the events leading up to her tragic demise.
According to official reports, Brenneman, a former US Army medic, has a history of domestic violence, adding a chilling layer to the unfolding tragedy. In 2021, an order of protection was lodged against him after an incident involving another woman. In the course of a recent trial, Brenneman pleaded guilty to two counts of domestic violence for assaulting Bergeson in both April and May of this year.
My story at 6pm on @kare11 is a heartbreaking one, on a topic too many families have to deal with — domestic abuse.
On Saturday, Hopkins Police found 33-year-old Danicka Bergeson dead in her apartment.
Also there — her (ex)boyfriend, 39-year-old Matthew Brenneman. pic.twitter.com/gwouEx3VKu
— Lou Raguse (@LouRaguse) July 10, 2023
The stark reality of domestic violence’s complexities came to light as Mary Moriarty, the Hennepin County Attorney, explained the judicial decisions surrounding Brenneman’s case. Despite prior convictions, the absence of a criminal history prior to these incidents meant that probation was the likely outcome based on sentencing guidelines.
The victim’s father, David Bergeson, voiced his frustration over what he perceived as leniency in handling Brenneman’s prior charges. He expressed his belief that had officials taken stronger action earlier, his daughter might still be alive.
In an emotional interview with the New York Post, David Bergeson revealed a glimpse into his daughter’s mindset, citing her desire to “fix people.” Unfortunately, this desire seemed to be manipulated by Brenneman, who allegedly took advantage of her both financially and emotionally.
The chilling scene that greeted authorities on July 8 in Danicka Bergeson’s Hopkins apartment adds another layer of heartbreak to the story. Officers responding to commotion reports discovered her lifeless body meticulously wrapped in blankets and plastic sheets. In the same apartment, they found Brenneman in a dire condition in the bathroom. He had consumed bleach in an attempt to end his own life. A suicide note was discovered, where he expressed remorse and admitted to his actions.
Former US Army medic Danicka Bergeson was killed by her boyfriend shortly after his release from jail for assaulting her. Her body was found wrapped in blankets. Heartbreaking details emerge as he faces charges of second-degree murder. #DomesticViolence #JusticeForDanicka pic.twitter.com/4UQDMIulsO
— US-Crimes (@OfficialUScrime) August 28, 2023
Matthew Brenneman now faces legal consequences for his alleged heinous act. He has been formally charged with two counts of second-degree murder and is currently in police custody. As the details of this tragic case continue to unravel, it stands as a grim reminder of the complexities surrounding domestic violence and the urgent need for effective preventative measures.
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