UPDATE: In a stunning development, authorities have arrested Patrick Galvani, an 81-year-old man, in connection with a 1982 cold case homicide near the San Mateo Bridge. The Foster City Police Department confirmed the arrest took place yesterday in San Francisco without incident, marking a significant breakthrough in a case that has stumped investigators for over four decades.
The homicide involves Galvani’s estranged wife, Nancy Galvani, whose body was tragically discovered inside a sleeping bag by a father and son fishing near the bridge. The case had been dormant for years until recent investigative developments allowed authorities to reopen it and make progress. Galvani has been booked into the San Mateo County Jail on murder charges, with no bail set, as further legal proceedings are anticipated in the coming days.
While the details surrounding the motive for Nancy’s murder remain murky, officials have indicated that evidence has surfaced, leading to Galvani’s arrest. According to a tweet from journalist Henry K. Lee, the accused had previously faced prosecution, but that case was dismissed. The Foster City Police have not disclosed further specifics as the investigation is ongoing.
This arrest not only brings closure to a long-unsolved case but also raises questions about the evidence that finally led investigators to Galvani. The San Mateo County District Attorney’s Office is preparing to charge him formally, with updates expected soon.
As this story develops, residents near the San Mateo Bridge are left to grapple with the chilling reminder of a crime that has lingered in their community for decades. Stay tuned for more details as this urgent situation unfolds.
