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Frank Mendoza, a 54-year-old resident of Pico Rivera, California, tragically lost his life on August 1, 2014, in a case of mistaken identity during a police operation. On that fateful day, Los Angeles County sheriff's deputies were in pursuit of Cedric Ramirez, an armed parolee and known gang member. Ramirez had fled into Mendoza's home, taking a hostage in the process. As deputies attempted to apprehend Ramirez, a gunfight ensued. Amid the chaos, Frank Mendoza exited his home and was mistakenly ...Read More
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Frank Mendoza
Male
Hispanic / Latino
Pico-rivera
CA
2014-08-02
54
Frank
Mendoza
11/24/2025
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I've been following the Frank Mendoza case closely, and one aspect that really stands out to me is h... ...Read More
06/28/2024
06/28/2024
Has anyone else been following the training changes made by the LA County Sheriff's Department after... ...Read More
07/13/2023
07/13/2023
I've been thinking a lot about the tragic case of Frank Mendoza in Pico Rivera, and what really gets... ...Read More
05/09/2023
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