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David Adam Bernal

Case from Santa-ana, CA dated Mar 24, 2016

Victim Details

David Adam Bernal

Male

Santa-ana

CA

2016-03-24

25

David

Adam Bernal

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David Adam Bernal, a 25-year-old resident of Santa Ana, California, was tragically killed on March 24, 2016, in a gang-related shooting. The incident occurred around 9:40 p.m. in the alley behind the 400 block of South Birch Street. According to reports, Bernal was approached by two suspects while he was walking with a bicycle. A confrontation ensued, leading to a physical altercation, and ultimately, Bernal was shot. The suspects fled the scene on foot, and despite the efforts of law enforcemen ...
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  • The Orange County Register: Two men shot in separate Santa Ana gang attacks are identified
  • 2 documented gang members killed in separate shootings 1 hour ...
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