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Sylvia Pardo

Case from Covina, CA dated Dec 24, 2008

Victim Details

Sylvia Ortiz Ortega Pardo

Female

Covina

CA

2008-12-24

43

Sylvia

Pardo

07/19/2026

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Sylvia Pardo, aged 43, tragically lost her life on December 24, 2008, in Covina, California, in what became known as the Covina massacre. The incident occurred during a Christmas Eve party at her parents' home. Her ex-husband, Bruce Jeffrey Pardo, carried out the attack. Dressed in a Santa Claus suit, Bruce Pardo arrived at the party uninvited, armed with four semi-automatic handguns and a homemade device designed to spray flammable liquid. Upon entering the house, he immediately began shooting, ...
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  • Sylvia Ortega (1965-2008) - Find a Grave Memorial
  • 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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    I can't stop thinking about Sylvia's family and neighbors who were part of that festive evening. It'... ...Read More
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    It's been years since the Covina massacre, yet every time December rolls around, I find myself think... ...Read More
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