What is rafael robb?

Rafael Robb is a former professor of economics at the University of Pennsylvania who gained national attention in 2006 when he was charged with the murder of his wife, Ellen Gregory Robb. The high-profile case shocked many as Robb was well-respected in his field and appeared to have a successful career.

In December 2006, Robb pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter and was sentenced to five to ten years in prison. He was released on parole in 2017 after serving nearly 10 years behind bars.

The case received significant media coverage and sparked debate about domestic violence and the legal system's handling of such cases. Ellen Robb's family also filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Rafael Robb in civil court, which was settled out of court.

Rafael Robb's fall from grace and the tragic circumstances surrounding his wife's death continue to be a topic of interest and discussion in the public sphere.