Murder of Kirsten Costas
Kirsten Costas | |
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| Born | Kirsten Marina Costas July 23, 1968 Oakland, California, U.S. |
| Died | June 23, 1984 (aged 15) Orinda, California, U.S. |
| Cause of death | Stabbing |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | Miramonte High School |
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Kirsten Marina Costas (July 23, 1968 – June 23, 1984) was an American high school student who was murdered by her classmate Bernadette Protti in June 1984.
The daughter of Arthur and Berit Costas, Kirsten Costas and her brother, Peter, grew up in the small suburban town of Orinda, California. Costas attended Miramonte High School and was a member of the school's varsity swimming team and the cheerleading squad.