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Wenwa Chao

Case from Monterey-park, CA dated Jan 19, 2010

Victim Details

Wenwa Chao

Male

Asian

Monterey-park

CA

2010-01-19

53

Wenwa

Chao

07/17/2026

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Wenwa Chao, a 53-year-old resident of Monterey Park, California, tragically lost his life on January 19, 2010. Chao was shot and killed in the 200 block of North Chandler Avenue, along with his girlfriend, Jenny Sor, a 40-year-old woman. The couple was visiting a senior housing facility where Chao's father resided when the incident occurred. The shooting took place just before 8 p.m., and both victims were pronounced dead at the scene.

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  • Man of accused of Monterey Park double murder ordered to stand trial
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