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Magdalena Mendoza

Case from Oakland, CA dated Nov 13, 2016

Victim Details

Magdalena Mendoza

Female

Hispanic / Latino

Oakland

CA

2016-11-13

19

Magdalena

Mendoza

07/20/2026

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Magdalena Mendoza, a 19-year-old resident of Oakland, California, was tragically found dead on November 13, 2016. Her body was discovered in a room at the Starlite Motel, located at 10000 MacArthur Boulevard in East Oakland. The initial reports indicated that Mendoza had been fatally shot in the face while lying on a bed, appearing to be in a sleeping position. The circumstances surrounding her death were immediately suspicious, prompting a thorough investigation by the Oakland Police Department ...
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  • The Mercury News: Oakland: Police identify two recent slaying victims
  • Woman Found Shot Dead In East Oakland Following Night Of Shootings In City
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