Abram Benavidez

Murdered
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Who killed 54 year old Abram Benavidez?
Abram Benavidez, aged 54, was found murdered on June 5, 1976, in Portland, Oregon. Earlier that day, he was last seen at the Jubitz Truck Stop. Around 3:30 a.m., witnesses reported hearing an argument in an alleyway near N. Montana Avenue. Shortly afterward, Abram's body was discovered in that alley, having been shot to death. Despite some witness accounts, no arrests have been made, and the case remains unsolved.

Benavidez's murder has lingered as a cold case for decades, with few new ...Read More
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  • ABRAM BENAVIDEZ | Portland.gov

    • Victim Details

    Abram Benavidez

    September 5, 2023

    Male

    Native American / Indigenous

    Portland

    OR

    1976-06-05

    $0.00

    54

    Abram Benavidez

    Abram

    Benavidez

    10/06/2024


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    Forum Posts (3)
    Is there a reward being offered for information leading to the arrest of Abram's killer?... ...Read More
    11/13/2024
    I was wondering if anyone knows if there are any YouTube videos discussing the murder of Abram Benav... ...Read More
    08/02/2024
    I am deeply saddened to hear about the tragic news of Abram's passing. He was a kind and considerate... ...Read More
    12/08/2023
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