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Richard Mejia

Case from Los-angeles, CA dated Oct 05, 2018

Victim Details

Richard Emil Mejia

Male

Los-angeles

CA

2018-10-05

34

Richard

Mejia

07/02/2026

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Richard Emil Mejia, a 34-year-old Latino male, tragically lost his life on October 5, 2018, in Historic South-Central Los Angeles. According to the Los Angeles County coroner's records, Mejia was fatally shot, marking another instance of gun violence in the area. The incident occurred on a Friday, and his death was officially recorded later that month. The circumstances surrounding his death were part of a broader pattern of violence affecting the community, highlighting ongoing concerns about s ...
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  • homicide.latimes.com: Eric Rosas, 30 - The Homicide Report
  • homicide.latimes.com: Richard Emil Mejia, 34 - The Homicide Report
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