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Alicia Ortiz

Death by Force
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Alicia Ortiz, aged 46, tragically lost her life on December 24, 2008, during a horrific mass shooting and arson attack in Covina, California. The incident occurred at an annual Christmas Eve party held at the home of her sister, Sylvia Pardo. The perpetrator, Bruce Jeffrey Pardo, Sylvia's ex-husband, arrived uninvited at the party dressed in a Santa Claus suit. Upon arrival, he immediately began his rampage by shooting an 8-year-old girl who answered the door. Pardo then proceeded to open fire o ...Read More
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  • Alicia Ortega Ortiz (1962-2008) - Find a Grave...
  • ABC7 Los Angeles: New details emerge after man in Santa outfit kills at least 9 at Covina Christmas party | ABC7 Los Angeles | abc7.com
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    Victim Details

    Alicia Ortiz

    Female

    Hispanic / Latino

    Covina

    CA

    2008-12-24

    46

    Alicia

    Ortiz

    11/28/2025

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