Martin Tafolla-Sanchez

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Who killed 23 year old Martin Tafolla-Sanchez in 1995?
On January 17, 1995, 23-year-old Martin Tafolla-Sanchez was shot and killed inside a home on N. Missouri Avenue in Portland. Police arrived after reports of gunfire and found the front door open with Tafolla-Sanchez lying face down, having sustained multiple gunshot wounds. The home was known to be frequented by several individuals and was rumored to be involved in drug activity. Witnesses reported a confrontation before the shooting, but no arrests have been made. Authorities continue to seek i ...Read More
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  • MARTIN TAFOLLA-SANCHEZ - Portland.gov

    • Victim Details

    Martin Tafolla-Sanchez

    November 8, 2022

    Male

    Hispanic / Latino

    Portland

    OR

    1995-01-17

    23

    Martin

    Tafolla-Sanchez

    10/07/2024


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    09/03/2024
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    01/04/2023