Jose Vasquez-Valenzuela

Death by Force

In a burst of violence that shattered a spring afternoon, 16-year-old Hispanic male Jose Vasquez-Valenzuela was killed on March 7, 2024, in Salem, Oregon. The fatal encounter took place at Bush's Pasture Park, a place known for its running paths and playgrounds. On that Thursday, the park became a scene of chaos when gunfire erupted between two large groups of young people who had gathered there. Witnesses described hearing multiple gunshots in rapid succession, sending teenagers scattering in e ...Read More

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