Ivan Filiberto Manzano, a 45-year-old man of Mexican ethnicity, tragically lost his life on August 3, 2019, in El Paso, Texas. He was one of the victims of the mass shooting at a Walmart in El Paso, which resulted in the deaths of 23 people and injured 26 others. The gunman, Patrick Crusius, targeted Latino people and immigrants, and his actions were classified as an act of domestic terrorism.
Manzano, who was originally from Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, had turned 45 just three days before
the shooting. He was at the Walmart on that fateful day, likely shopping for back-to-school supplies, when the gunman opened fire. Manzano's death was confirmed by his family, who mourned the loss of a beloved husband, father, and friend.
Following the shooting, Patrick Crusius was arrested and charged with capital murder. He later pleaded guilty to 90 federal counts, including 45 hate crime charges. In July 2023, Crusius was sentenced to 90 consecutive life terms in prison. The case drew national attention and highlighted the ongoing issues of gun violence and hate crimes in the United States.
The El Paso community, along with families of the victims, has been working to heal and remember those who were lost. Memorials and tributes have been held to honor the lives of the victims, including Ivan Filiberto Manzano, whose memory continues to be cherished by his loved ones.
