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David Martinez

Case from Sanderson, TX dated Aug 22, 2016

Victim Details

David Martinez

Male

Hispanic / Latino

Sanderson

TX

2016-08-22

24

David

Martinez

07/21/2026

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David Martinez, a 24-year-old Hispanic male, tragically lost his life on August 22, 2016, in Sanderson, Texas. The incident was part of a double murder-suicide that shocked the small community. According to reports, David Martinez and his girlfriend, Shanya Ashbaker, were killed by Zachary Hastings, who used an AK-47 to shoot them while they were sleeping. The motive behind the crime was described as a "crime of passion," with Hastings targeting his ex-girlfriend and her new partner. The small t ...
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  • Three dead after double murder-suicide in Sanderson
  • David Martinez Obituary August 22, 2016 - Heritage Funeral Home
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