Julia Pederson, a 41-year-old pediatrician from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, was allegedly murdered by her husband, Jonathan Gatto, who then set their home on fire on October 10. Gatto was arrested four days later and faces charges of murder and arson. At the time of the incident, their 7-year-old daughter was asleep in the house. Pederson was a respected pediatrician, having earned her medical degree from Stanford University and her undergraduate degree from Harvard University. She began working at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Children's Community Pediatrics in February.
Key facts
- Julia Pederson was 41 years old and a pediatrician.
- Jonathan Gatto, her husband, is charged with murder and arson.
- The incident occurred on October 10 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
- Pederson earned her medical degree from Stanford University.
- Gatto is currently held without bond in Dauphin County jail.
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