Chapter 1: The Cipriano Family Background

Tucker Cipriano was born on April 5, 1993, and soon adopted by Robert and Rosemary Cipriano. The couple also had twins, Salvatore and Tanner, along with a daughter, Isabella. From a young age, Tucker struggled with feelings of alienation and resentment towards his adoption. As he entered his teenage years, his behavior became more troubled, leading to encounters with law enforcement and a growing drug dependency. Despite the efforts of his parents to assist him, his addiction spiraled dangerously out of control.

On April 16, 2012, in the early hours of the morning, Robert Cipriano was awakened by the barking of the family dog in their Farmington Hills home. Upon investigation, he encountered his estranged son, Tucker, alongside 20-year-old Mitchell Young. Rosemary and Salvatore, hearing the ruckus, rushed downstairs only to find Tucker and Mitchell looming over Robert’s lifeless body.

In a state of panic, Tanner retreated to a closet and dialed 911, repeatedly disconnecting out of fear of being discovered. By