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Viridiana Viri Rodriguez

Case from Escondido, CA dated Apr 07, 2012

Victim Details

Viridiana Viri Rodriguez

Female

Hispanic / Latino

Escondido

CA

2012-04-07

18

Viridiana

Viri Rodriguez

07/15/2026

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Viridiana "Viri" Rodriguez, an 18-year-old resident of Escondido, California, tragically lost her life on April 7, 2012. She was fatally shot in the stomach by her boyfriend, Ruben Cepeda, inside their apartment. At the time of her death, Rodriguez was nearly five months pregnant with a baby boy. The incident occurred during what was described as a moment of excitement and affection between the couple. However, the situation took a fatal turn when Cepeda's gun discharged, resulting in Rodriguez' ...
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  • C.A. Upholds Murder Conviction in Shooting of Pregnant Girlfriend
  • NBC 7 San Diego: Man Sentenced to 40 Years in Death of Pregnant Girlfriend
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    It's been over a decade since we lost Viri Rodriguez, and my heart goes out to her friends and famil... ...Read More
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    I can't stop thinking about the devastating impact this tragedy has had on Viri’s family, especial... ...Read More
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    I have been thinking a lot about Viri's sister, Yemely, and how devastating this must be for her. Fi... ...Read More
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