Ellen Greenberg
Ellen Greenberg, first-grade teacher
📍 Philadelphia, PA
🏛️ Philadelphia Police Department
Case Summary
Ellen Greenberg, a first-grade teacher from Philadelphia, was found dead with 20 stab wounds on January 26, 2011. Initial autopsy ruled her death a homicide despite an early suicide claim. Subsequent reviews and legal battles raised serious forensic questions. Family and media experts continue to demand a full criminal investigation.
Timeline of Events
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2011-01-26
morningMorning Routine
Ellen spoke to her mother before going to work as a first-grade teacher.
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2011-01-26
nightDiscovery of Death
Sam Goldberg found Ellen dead at their apartment with 20 stab wounds and multiple bruises.
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2011-01-27
Autopsy Conducted
Medical examiner Dr. Marlon Osbourne performed an autopsy, initially reporting homicide based on wound patterns.
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2011-02
Controversy and Legal Action
Family disputes the suicide ruling, leading to lawsuits and petitions to reopen the case.
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Recent
Case Status Update
After years of legal battles, key testimonies and statements have raised doubts, but no charges have been made.
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Points of Interest / Key Leads
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Forensic Anomaly
Lead #1The presence of 10 stab wounds to the back of the neck and wounds beyond self-infliction raised doubts.
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Media Attention
Lead #2TV host Nancy Grace and her upcoming book highlight inconsistencies in the case.
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Legal Battle
Lead #3The Greenberg family spent their life savings fighting to have Ellen's death ruled as homicide.
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Medical Examiner Dispute
Lead #4Dr. Osbourne's reversal of his position and subsequent statements fuel ongoing controversy.
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Case Information
Case Type:
Cold Case
Status:
Unsolved
Case Number:8
Started:January 26, 2011 at Invalid Date
Last Updated:July 1, 2025
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