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Sandra Resendez

Case from Landers, CA dated Jan 26, 1996

Victim Details

Sandra Resendez

Female

Hispanic / Latino

Landers

CA

1996-01-26

13

Sandra

Resendez

06/23/2026

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Sandra Resendez, a 13-year-old girl from Landers, California, tragically lost her life on January 26, 1996. The incident occurred when Martin Mendoza-Garcia, her stepfather, carried out a violent attack that resulted in the deaths of Sandra, her brother Erik Resendez, and her cousin Wendy Cervantes. The attack was a result of escalating domestic tensions and a history of abuse within the family. Mendoza-Garcia, who had a troubled relationship with his wife Rocio Cervantes-Mendoza, became increas ...
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