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Benzo Ford

Case from Fresno, CA dated Jul 12, 2015

Victim Details

Benzo Ford

March 28, 2022

Male

African-American / Black

Fresno

CA

2015-07-12

17

Benzo

Ford

07/12/2026


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Benzo Ford, a 17-year-old resident of Fresno, California, was killed in a targeted shooting on July 12, 2015. The incident took place in his home on South Santa Clara Avenue in Southwest Fresno, where he was shot through a window. Police believe Ford may have been deliberately targeted, although no suspects have been identified, and no arrests have been made. The investigation is ongoing, with Ford’s death marking the 26th homicide in Fresno for that year. His killing reflects a broader issue ...
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  • 17-year-old boy shot and killed in Southwest Fresno apartment
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    I’ve been thinking a lot about that awful crime involving Benzo Ford, and something keeps botherin... ...Read More
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    Has anyone looked into the details surrounding the time of the shooting? I feel so much for Benzo’... ...Read More
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