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Martin Kovachev

Case from Los-angeles, CA dated Oct 10, 2020

Victim Details

Martin Kovachev

Male

Los-angeles

CA

2020-10-10

21

Martin

Kovachev

07/10/2026

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Martin Kovachev, a 21-year-old resident of Northridge, Los Angeles, tragically lost his life on October 10, 2020, in what has been described as an accidental shooting. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning at a residence in Lake Balboa, where a group of friends had gathered. According to reports, the group was passing around a handgun when it accidentally discharged, striking Kovachev. Despite being rushed to a nearby hospital, he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival. The ...
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  • Daily News: Northridge man, 21, killed in Lake Balboa shooting, woman, 22, in custody
  • Police: Woman In Custody In Apparent Accidental Shooting That Killed Man In Northridge
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