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Michael Garcia

Case from New Orleans, LA dated Apr 07, 2026

Victim Details

Michael Garcia

Male

Hispanic / Latino

New Orleans

LA

2026-04-07

41

Michael

Garcia

07/16/2026

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Michael Garcia, a 41-year-old Hispanic male, was senselessly killed on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, an innocent victim caught in the crossfire of a shootout in New Orleans. A 20-year Marine veteran, Garcia was a beloved father, partner, and a well-known bartender in the local craft beer scene. He was remembered by friends and neighbors as a kind soul with a "biggest golden heart" who loved to bring people together, whether it was through hosting neighborhood crawfish boils or with his infectious love ...
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  • https://www.fox8live.com: New Orleans Marine veteran killed while driving remembered as loving father, partner
  • 'He was well loved' Second Line held for Michael Garcia days after ...
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