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George Garza

Death by Force
Case Description
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George Garza, a 38-year-old resident of San Jose, California, tragically lost his life on May 18, 2017, in a fatal shooting incident. The incident occurred in front of a Wienerschnitzel restaurant located on South First Street near Edwards Avenue. Witnesses reported that the shooting happened swiftly and violently, with Garza being shot at close range while standing in front of the eatery's ordering window. The gunshots were heard by nearby police officers who were patrolling the area. Despite b ...Read More
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  • The Mercury News: San Jose police identify man shot, killed in front of Wienerschnitzel
  • East Bay Times: San Jose: Man shot and killed outside Wienerschnitzel
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    Victim Details

    George Garza

    Male

    San-jose

    CA

    2017-05-18

    38

    George

    Garza

    11/13/2025

    Forum Posts (3)
    I came across some discussions about the DNA evidence in George Garza's case, particularly the cornd... ...Read More
    07/14/2024
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    11/06/2023
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    08/25/2023
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