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Franky Jimmy Dejesus Velazquez

Case from Orlando, FL dated Jun 12, 2016

Victim Details

Franky Jimmy Dejesus Velazquez

Male

Hispanic / Latino

Orlando

FL

2016-06-12

50

Franky

Jimmy Dejesus Velazquez

07/03/2026

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Franky Jimmy Dejesus Velazquez, aged 50, tragically lost his life on June 12, 2016, in Orlando, Florida. He was one of the 49 victims of the horrific Pulse nightclub shooting, an event that shook the nation and the world. Franky, originally from San Juan, Puerto Rico, had moved to Orlando and was working as a visual merchandiser at Forever 21. He was known for his vibrant personality and his passion for dance, having traveled the world with the Gíbaro de Puerto Rico, a troupe dedicated to the i ...
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  • Orlando nightclub shooting - Wikipedia
  • Pulse Nightclub Shooting: June 13, 2016 Update
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    I want to take a moment to remember Franky Jimmy Dejesus Velazquez. I didn't know him personally, bu... ...Read More
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