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Aurel Trandafir

Case from Anaheim, CA dated Jan 24, 2021

Victim Details

Aurel Trandafir

Male

Anaheim

CA

2021-01-24

42

Aurel

Trandafir

07/20/2026

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On January 24, 2021, Aurel Trandafir, a 42-year-old man visiting from Romania, was fatally shot at Abby’s Anaheimer Inn in Anaheim, California. The incident occurred around 7:37 PM when Anaheim Police Department officers responded to a report of a shooting at the motel located at 1201 W. Katella Avenue. Upon arrival, officers found Trandafir suffering from at least one gunshot wound. He was immediately transported to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.

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  • Suspect In Deadly Anaheim Motel Shooting At Large, Police Asking For Help
  • Orange County Register: Shooting at Anaheim motel leaves 1 dead
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    It's so tragic to think about how Aurel Trandafir's visit to California ended in such a devastating ... ...Read More
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    It's so unsettling to think about the motel staff and guests who were at the Abby’s Anaheimer Inn ... ...Read More
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