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Rudy Valdez

Case from San Diego, CA dated Jan 14, 2007

Victim Details

Rudy Valdez

March 28, 2022

Male

Hispanic / Latino

San Diego

CA

2007-01-14

25

Rudy

Valdez

No

06/23/2026


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On January 14, 2007, Rudy Valdez, aged 25, was found dead in San Diego, California. He was shot in a motel room at the Economy Inn located on Via de San Ysidro. Officers were dispatched following reports of multiple gunshots and found Valdez suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite paramedics' efforts, Valdez was pronounced dead shortly after. The authorities did not provide information about any arrests or suspects involved in this case, and the motive remains unclear, making it an ongoing inves ...
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