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Viorel Botos

Case from Phoenix, AZ dated Apr 28, 2023

Victim Details

Viorel Botos

Male

White / Caucasian

Phoenix

AZ

2023-04-28

38

Viorel

Botos

Yes

07/29/2026

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In the early morning hours of April 28, 2023, the life of Viorel Botos, a 38-year-old White/Caucasian male, was tragically cut short in Phoenix, Arizona. Phoenix police responded to a call shortly before 5:00 a.m. near 2700 East Marconi Avenue. Upon their arrival, they discovered Mr. Botos suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite the efforts of emergency responders, he was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The investigation into the shooting quickly pointed to a suspect, 49-year-old Ruben ...
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  • 12news.com: Phoenix police arrest suspect in deadly shooting
  • FOX 10 Phoenix: Suspect captured after murdering a Phoenix man, police say
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