Miguel Antonio Hernandez

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2 cousins are found shot to death\n
Miguel Antonio Hernandez, an 18-year-old from El Salvador, was murdered on August 17, 1982, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Miguel had recently moved to the area from Santa Ana, California, and was living with his cousin, Emeterio Melgar Hernandez. The cousins were last seen together at a dance on August 13. A few days later, on August 17, Miguel’s body was discovered by hikers in East Canyon, about 100 yards off the road. He had been shot, and his death was ruled a homicide.

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  • Miguel Antonio Hernandez - Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification

    • Victim Details

    Miguel Antonio Hernandez

    August 2, 2022

    Male

    Hispanic / Latino

    Salt Lake City

    UT

    1982-08-17

    1982-08-13

    18

    Miguel Antonio

    Hernandez

    09/21/2024


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    My thoughts and prayers are with the victim and their family during this difficult time. I pray for ... ...Read More
    11/25/2023