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Stephen Maithya Kathale

Case from Palm-springs, CA dated Sep 25, 2018

Victim Details

Stephen Maithya Kathale

Male

Black / African American

Palm-springs

CA

2018-09-25

27

Stephen

Maithya Kathale

07/05/2026

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Stephen Maithya Kathale, a 27-year-old Kenyan immigrant, was found dead in Palm Springs, California, on September 25, 2018. The tragic incident occurred late at night when a vehicle crashed into a brick wall at the intersection of Rosa Parks and Granada. Upon arrival, police discovered Kathale in the driver's seat, having sustained fatal gunshot wounds. The circumstances surrounding his death were immediately classified as a homicide, prompting an extensive investigation by local authorities. ...
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  • Family and friends identify Palm Springs homicide victim, calling ...
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