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Arturo Sanchez

Case from Los-angeles, CA dated Apr 21, 2002

Victim Details

Arturo Sanchez

Male

Los-angeles

CA

2002-04-21

29

Arturo

Sanchez

07/16/2026

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Arturo Sanchez, a 29-year-old Latino male, tragically lost his life on April 21, 2002, in Los Angeles, California. According to the Los Angeles County coroner's records, Sanchez was fatally shot in Boyle Heights, a neighborhood known for its vibrant culture but also its struggles with gang violence. The incident occurred during a drive-by shooting, a method often associated with gang-related activities. Sanchez was a member of the Opal Street gang, which has been involved in various criminal act ...
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  • homicide.latimes.com: Arturo Sanchez, 29 - The Homicide Report
  • Arturo Sanchez, age 29 - National Gun Violence Memorial
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