Nabel Chávez

Murdered
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On February 17, 2023, in Alexandria, Virginia, 21-year-old Nabel Christopher Chávez was fatally shot in the head by his friend, 19-year-old Junior Josue Espinal Calix. The incident occurred inside a residence on East Reed Avenue, where the two were reportedly socializing. Calix, believing the firearm was unloaded, pointed it at Chávez and pulled the trigger, resulting in Chávez's immediate death.

Following the incident, Calix was arrested and charged with involuntary manslaughter. H ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Nabel Chávez

    Male

    Hispanic / Latino

    Alexandria

    VA

    2023-02-17

    21

    Nabel

    Chávez

    12/21/2024

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