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Dafina Molena

Death by Force
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Dafina Molena, a 43-year-old woman from Sampson County, North Carolina, was tragically murdered on January 17, 2004. The perpetrator, Martin Valdez, 33, was identified as her boyfriend. The cause of death was a gunshot wound, and the incident took place in Sampson County. This case is one of many domestic violence-related homicides that occurred in North Carolina in 2004.

The investigation into Dafina Molena's death revealed that Martin Valdez was the primary suspect. He was arrested and ...Read More
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  • Dafina Molena NC 01-17-2004
    • Victim Details

    Dafina Molena

    Female

    Sampson

    NC

    2004-01-17

    43

    Dafina

    Molena

    12/01/2025

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