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Carlos Ponce

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

Victim Details

Carlos Ponce

Male

Hispanic / Latino

Los-angeles

CA

2002-04-21

14

Carlos

Ponce

07/09/2026

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Carlos Ponce, a 14-year-old Latino male, tragically lost his life on April 21, 2002, in South Park, Los Angeles. According to the Los Angeles County coroner's records, Carlos was shot, leading to his untimely death. The incident occurred on a Sunday, and the details surrounding the shooting were documented shortly after by local authorities.

The investigation into Carlos Ponce's death revealed that he was a victim of gun violence, a prevalent issue in certain areas of Los Angeles during t ...
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  • homicide.latimes.com: Carlos Ponce, 14 - The Homicide Report
  • Carlos Ponce, age 14 - National Gun Violence Memorial
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