A Life Cut Short: The Unsolved Murder of Martin Zarco in Chandler

A Routine Morning Turns Tragic

In the early hours of October 6, 1995, the city of Chandler, Arizona, awoke to a tragedy that remains unresolved to this day. Martin Zarco, a 26-year-old employee of Coca-Cola, was following his usual routine, preparing for his workday. Between 3:00 and 4:30 a.m., while seated in his red and white 1984 Chevy S-10 pickup truck, Martin awaited the delivery of products to a local supermarket. This seemingly ordinary morning took a fatal turn when Martin was discovered shot in the head, his life abruptly and violently ended.

The Crime Scene

The murder occurred in an empty parking lot behind a discount supermarket located on Warner Road, just west of Arizona Avenue. This location, typically bustling with activity during the day, was eerily quiet in the pre-dawn hours. The isolation of the scene provided a grim backdrop to the crime, with minimal witnesses or immediate leads. Martin's truck, once a symbol of his diligent work ethic, became a central piece of evidence in the investigation. ...Read More

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