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Alexander Cota-Torres

Death by Force
Case Description
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In the spring of 2019, the life of 18-year-old Alexander Cota-Torres was cut tragically short in Phoenix, Arizona. On May 27, 2019, the young man was fatally wounded in what authorities have described as an accidental shooting. At the time of the incident, Cota-Torres was driving a pickup truck with two friends, Abran Herrera, 17, and Tomas Herrera, 19.

While they were driving, Abran Herrera was reportedly handling a handgun inside the vehicle. The weapon discharged, and a bullet struck C ...Read More
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  • KSAZ: Phoenix PD: Teen accidentally shot his friend; 2 men tried to hide gun
  • KPNX: Teen charged as adult with manslaughter in Phoenix shooting
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    Victim Details

    Alexander Cota-Torres

    Male

    Hispanic / Latino

    Phoenix

    AZ

    2019-05-27

    18

    Alexander

    Cota-Torres

    Yes

    11/29/2025

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