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Diego Rodriguez

Case from San-antonio, TX dated Jul 26, 2016

Victim Details

Diego Rodriguez

Male

Hispanic / Latino

San-antonio

TX

2016-07-26

17

Diego

Rodriguez

07/17/2026

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Diego Rodriguez, a 17-year-old Hispanic male from San Antonio, Texas, tragically lost his life on July 26, 2016. Diego was battling cancer and was set to receive a Make-A-Wish foundation gift within days. However, his life was cut short when he was shot and killed. According to reports, Diego was shot as he attempted to take a gun from a 15-year-old boy. During the scuffle, the firearm discharged and struck Diego in the chest, leading to his untimely death.

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  • KSAT: SAPD: Teen involved in accidental shooting didn't know gun was loaded
  • KSAT: Teen dead after accidental shooting at NW Side apartment
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