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Dennis Buan

Death by Force
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Dennis Buan, an 18-year-old from San Marino, California, tragically lost his life on June 6, 1994. His death occurred during a graduation party, which turned into a scene of violence and chaos. The incident was marked by a shooting that also claimed the life of 15-year-old David Hang and left several others injured. The shooting was believed to be a retaliatory act by members of an Asian gang, who mistakenly thought that a rival gang was present at the party.

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  • Pasadena Star News: San Marino high court upholds man’s double-murder conviction
  • Los Angeles Times: 9 Arrested in Slayings at Party in San Marino : Crime: Authorities say suspects are gang members. Police chief fears that witnesses may be afraid to testify.
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    Victim Details

    Dennis Buan

    Male

    San-marino

    CA

    1994-06-06

    18

    Dennis

    Buan

    11/09/2025

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    I recently read about the heartbreaking case of Dennis Buan and David Hang, and I can't stop thinkin... ...Read More
    01/10/2025
    It's incredibly difficult to imagine the pain that Dennis Buan's family must have gone through after... ...Read More
    04/22/2023
    Does anyone else find it deeply unsettling how often innocent lives are caught in the crossfire of g... ...Read More
    01/19/2023
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