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James Gregory Medrano

Case from Norwalk, CA dated Nov 19, 2016

Victim Details

James Gregory Medrano

Male

Norwalk

CA

2016-11-19

26

James

Gregory Medrano

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James Gregory Medrano, a 26-year-old resident of Norwalk, California, tragically lost his life on the evening of November 19, 2016. Medrano was at the Norwalk Skate Park, a place he frequented and where he was well-known within the community. On that fateful night, Medrano noticed a man attempting to rob another skater of his skateboard. In an act of bravery, Medrano intervened, leading to a confrontation with the would-be robber. The situation escalated quickly, and the assailant pulled out a h ...
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  • Norwalk man identified as victim in skate park shooting
  • Man fatally shot at Norwalk skate park Saturday night
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    I was just thinking about how selfless James Medrano was that night. It takes a lot of courage to st... ...Read More
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    I've been thinking a lot about the bravery James showed that night. Imagine being at a place you lov... ...Read More
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