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Ricardo Chavez

Death by Force
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Ricardo Chavez, a 57-year-old Latino male, tragically lost his life on December 26, 2021, in Compton, California. According to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner's records, Chavez was shot near the 91 Freeway and Wilmington Avenue. The incident occurred on a Sunday, and despite efforts to save him, he succumbed to his injuries. The circumstances surrounding his death were immediately classified as a homicide, prompting a thorough investigation by local law enforcement.

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    Victim Details

    Ricardo Chavez

    Male

    Compton

    CA

    2021-12-26

    57

    Ricardo

    Chavez

    11/10/2025

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