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Diamond Samantha Cruz

Death by Force
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Diamond Samantha Cruz, a 21-year-old Hispanic woman from Tyler, Texas, tragically lost her life on August 9, 2020. Born on May 31, 1999, in McAllen, Texas, she was a devoted mother to her two children, Adali and Nathaniel. Diamond was homeschooled and received her education from Penn Foster. She was known for her warm personality, constant smile, and love for her children.

On the morning of August 9, 2020, Diamond was found dead at a home in the 8700 block of County Road 384 in Tyler, Tex ...Read More
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  • TylerPaper.com: Family of shooting victim sets up fundraiser to help with funeral expenses, her children
  • KETK.com | FOX51.com: Suspect in early morning homicide arrested, identified as 21-year-old
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    Victim Details

    Diamond Samantha Cruz

    Female

    Hispanic / Latino

    Tyler

    TX

    2020-08-08

    21

    Diamond

    Samantha Cruz

    11/11/2025

    Forum Posts (3)
    Attended a vigil for Diamond last night, and I can't shake the overwhelming sense of loss her family... ...Read More
    08/18/2024
    I keep thinking about the impact this tragedy has had on Diamond's kids, Adali and Nathaniel. Growin... ...Read More
    04/28/2023
    Hey everyone, I've been thinking a lot about how this tragedy speaks to the broader issue of domesti... ...Read More
    04/15/2023
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