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Amarilyss Martinez

Death by Force
Case Description
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Amarilyss Martinez, an 8-year-old Hispanic girl, tragically lost her life on June 24, 2019, in Port St. Lucie, Florida. The young girl, along with her step-grandfather, Felix Rivera, was shot and killed in a shocking incident that left the community in mourning. The shooting occurred at the Waterleaf Townhomes apartment complex, where Amarilyss lived with her family. The perpetrator of this heinous act was identified as Amarilyss's mother, Alyssa Maria Torres. Torres, 30 years old at the time, a ...Read More
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  • https://www.wflx.com: Mother accused of killing daughter, stepfather in Port St. Lucie held without bond
  • WPEC: Vigil held for 8-year-old girl, stepfather fatally shot in Port St. Lucie
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    Victim Details

    Amarilyss Martinez

    Female

    Hispanic / Latino

    Port-saint-lucie

    FL

    2019-06-24

    8

    Amarilyss

    Martinez

    11/23/2025

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    I've been thinking a lot about the devastating impact this case has had on the Port St. Lucie commun... ...Read More
    09/18/2024
    Hey everyone,
    I've been following the case involving the tragic deaths of Amarilyss Martinez and ... ...Read More
    12/29/2023
    I’ve been thinking a lot about the aftermath of the tragic incident involving Alyssa Maria Torres.... ...Read More
    03/29/2023
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