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Ernesto Ortiz

Case from East-los-angeles, CA dated May 22, 2000

Victim Details

Ernesto Ortiz Jr.

Male

Hispanic / Latino

East-los-angeles

CA

2000-05-22

15

Ernesto

Ortiz

07/18/2026

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Ernesto Ortiz Jr., a 15-year-old Latino male, tragically lost his life on May 22, 2000, in East Los Angeles. According to the Los Angeles County coroner's records, Ernesto was fatally shot while playing basketball near his home. The incident occurred in a neighborhood known for its struggles with gang violence, which often puts young lives at risk. The shooting left the community in shock and mourning, highlighting the pervasive issue of youth violence in the area.

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