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Deanna Sambrano

Death by Force
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Deanna Michelle Sambrano, aged 24, tragically lost her life on March 6, 2017, in El Centro, California. Deanna, along with her mother Angelica Cardiel and her younger brother Zac Darby, were victims of a murder-suicide. The incident shocked the local community, as it involved the deaths of three family members in a single, devastating event. Deanna was known for her kind heart and her talent for baking, and she had a close bond with her younger brother, whom she helped raise.

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  • Imperial Valley Press: El Centro police identify murder-suicide victims
  • The Desert Review: Update on murder/suicide tragedy in El Centro | The Desert Review
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    Victim Details

    Deanna Sambrano

    Female

    El-centro

    CA

    2017-03-05

    24

    Deanna

    Sambrano

    11/27/2025

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    07/28/2024
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    06/09/2024
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