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Leticia Cortez

Case from Sarasota, FL dated Jul 30, 2017

Victim Details

Leticia Cortez

Female

Hispanic / Latino

Sarasota

FL

2017-07-30

20

Leticia

Cortez

07/09/2026

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Leticia Cortez, a 20-year-old woman from Sarasota, Florida, tragically died on July 30, 2017. The incident occurred while she was having dinner with her family at their home. During the meal, her brother, Daniel Cortez-Reyez, 19, accidentally discharged a semi-automatic handgun. According to reports, Daniel was handling the firearm, removing and reinserting the magazine, when it unexpectedly fired. The bullet struck Leticia, who was subsequently transported to Sarasota Memorial Hospital. Despite ...
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  • WFLA: Sarasota woman killed in accidental shooting, brother charged with manslaughter
  • Sarasota Herald: Police: Gunshot victim brought to Sarasota hospital
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