William Vega

Murdered

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Case Description
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Who murdered William Vega and Elizabeth Matos in 2001?
On March 15, 2001, William Vega, a 19-year-old male, was tragically shot and killed in Worcester, Massachusetts. The incident occurred on Dewey Street, where he and 16-year-old Elizabeth Matos were walking when they were both fatally shot. Both victims were struck from behind, and their deaths have since remained unsolved. The double homicide left the community in shock, and authorities have continued to seek any information that might lead to the resolution of this case.

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    Victim Details

    William Vega

    November 1, 2022

    Male

    Worcester

    MA

    2001-03-15

    19

    elizabeth-matos-worcester-ma

    William

    Vega

    10/07/2024


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    Forum Posts (2)
    I was devastated to learn of William's tragic and senseless murder. He was a kind and generous soul,... ...Read More
    08/04/2023
    Does anyone have any theories on the murder of William? I can't stop thinking about it and would lov... ...Read More
    06/16/2023