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Rudy Padilla

Case from Norwalk, CA dated Jun 15, 2001

Victim Details

Rudy Padilla

Male

Hispanic / Latino

Norwalk

CA

2001-06-15

19

Rudy

Padilla

07/15/2026

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Rudy Padilla, a 19-year-old Latino male, tragically lost his life on June 15, 2001, in Norwalk, California. According to the Los Angeles County coroner's records, Rudy was fatally shot, marking a somber day for his family and community. The incident occurred in the city of Norwalk, a suburban area in Los Angeles County, which has seen its share of violent crimes over the years. The details surrounding the shooting were not immediately clear, but the impact of his death was deeply felt by those w ...
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  • homicide.latimes.com: Rudy Padilla, 19 - The Homicide Report
  • Rudy Padilla (1982-2001) - Find a Grave Memorial

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