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Joel Martinez

Death by Force
Case Description
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Joel Martinez, a 42-year-old Latino male, tragically lost his life on September 26, 2021, in Los Angeles, California. According to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner's records, Martinez was shot near 1902 N. Marianna Ave. in the El Sereno neighborhood. The incident occurred on a Sunday, and his death was classified as a homicide. The details surrounding his death indicate that he was a victim of gun violence, a prevalent issue in many urban areas.

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    Victim Details

    Joel Martinez

    Male

    Hispanic / Latino

    Los-angeles

    CA

    2021-09-26

    42

    Joel

    Martinez

    11/27/2025

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    02/03/2024
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    10/10/2023
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