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Abel Martin

Case from Woodlake, CA dated Feb 20, 2021

Victim Details

Abel Franco Martin

Male

Woodlake

CA

2021-02-20

61

Abel

Martin

07/09/2026

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Abel Franco Martin, aged 61, was found dead on February 20, 2021, at his home in Woodlake, California. The tragic incident was reported to the Tulare County Sheriff's Office, which responded to a 911 call from neighbors who heard gunshots. Upon arrival, deputies discovered Abel Martin with fatal gunshot wounds. The investigation quickly identified the suspect as his 32-year-old son, Arnold Martin. Witnesses provided a description of Arnold and his vehicle, which led to a police pursuit.

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  • Abel Franco Martin memorial 12-28-1959 to 2-20-2021, Woodlake CA - Evans Miller Guinn Exeter Chapel
  • ABC30 Fresno: 32-year-old man shoots and kills dad at Woodlake home, sheriff's office says
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