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Luis Javier Ponce Munoz

Death by Force
Case Description
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In the afternoon hours of September 23, 2023, the life of Luis Javier Ponce Munoz, a 37-year-old Hispanic man, was tragically cut short in west Phoenix. The incident unfolded around 3:45 p.m. near 46th Avenue and Thomas Road. When Phoenix police officers arrived at the scene, they discovered Munoz suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite the immediate response, his injuries proved fatal, and he was pronounced deceased at the location.

Born in Nuevo Casas Grandes, Chihuahua, Mexico, Luis, a ...Read More
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  • https://www.azfamily.com: Docs: Suspect in west Phoenix murder says he doesn’t know why he shot victim
  • FOX 10 Phoenix: Suspect arrested in deadly west Phoenix shooting
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    Victim Details

    Luis Javier Ponce Munoz

    Male

    Hispanic / Latino

    Phoenix

    AZ

    2023-09-23

    37

    Luis

    Javier Ponce Munoz

    Yes

    11/30/2025

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