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Manuel Sosa

Case from Rockford, IL dated Oct 01, 2016

Victim Details

Manuel Sosa

Male

Hispanic / Latino

Rockford

IL

2016-10-01

53

Manuel

Sosa

06/30/2026

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Manuel Sosa, a 53-year-old Hispanic male, was found dead in the basement of his home in Rockford, Illinois, on October 1, 2016. The Winnebago County Coroner's Office identified him and confirmed that he died from a gunshot wound. The discovery of his body led to an immediate investigation by the Winnebago County Sheriff's Office, which classified the case as a murder. The authorities found Sosa's body at 2514 Whale Avenue, and an autopsy was scheduled to determine the exact cause of death.
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  • Rockford Register Star: Southeast Rockford fatal shooting victim identified
  • UPDATE: Coroner's Office identifies victim in homicide investigation
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