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Brandy Vela

Case from Texas-city, TX dated Nov 29, 2016

Victim Details

Brandy Vela

Female

Hispanic / Latino

Texas-city

TX

2016-11-29

18

Brandy

Vela

07/06/2026

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Brandy Vela, an 18-year-old Hispanic female from Texas City, Texas, tragically died on November 29, 2016, after enduring months of relentless cyberbullying. Brandy's death was a result of her taking her own life in front of her family at their home. The cyberbullying she faced included abusive text messages, fake Facebook accounts, and online harassment focusing on her weight and appearance. Despite her family's efforts to report the bullying to the school and law enforcement, the harassment con ...
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  • https://www.houstonchronicle.com/neighborhood/bayarea/news/article/Texas-City-man-who-lost-daughter-heartened-by-11010654.php
  • The Daily News: Long investigation leads to arrests in teen’s suicide
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