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Melvin Garcia-Vargas

Death by Force
Case Description
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Melvin Garcia-Vargas, a 33-year-old man from Forbestown, California, was found dead on September 11, 2021, with a gunshot wound in the back of an SUV parked along a remote road. The discovery of his body led to a significant investigation that uncovered an illegal marijuana growing operation. Butte County deputies, upon finding Garcia-Vargas's body, initiated an inquiry that quickly revealed the involvement of his family members in the illegal activities. The next day, detectives spoke with Garc ...Read More
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  • Obituary of Melvin Alfredo Garcia-Vargas | Ramsey Funeral Home
  • Chico Enterprise-Record: Man found dead in SUV thought to have accidentally shot himself while working marijuana grow
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    Victim Details

    Melvin Garcia-Vargas

    Male

    Forbestown

    CA

    2021-09-11

    33

    Melvin

    Garcia-Vargas

    11/05/2025

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    01/26/2025
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    08/10/2024
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