Van Michael Turner

Murdered
Case Description
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On August 4, 2023, at approximately 10 a.m., 23-year-old Van Michael "Raider" Turner was fatally shot near the 800 block of McKenzie Avenue in Watsonville, California. Responding to multiple 911 calls reporting gunshots, officers discovered Turner near a sidewalk, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Despite immediate medical assistance, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Turner, a resident of Watsonville, was known for his involvement in the local rap scene. In the wake of his de ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Van Michael Turner

    Male

    Watsonville

    CA

    2023-08-04

    23

    Van

    Michael Turner

    litigation

    12/27/2024

    Forum Posts (2)
    I'm deeply saddened to hear about the loss of Van Michael "Raider" Turner. His impact on the local r... ...Read More
    12/03/2024
    I've been thinking a lot about the community response to Raider's passing. It’s truly humbling to ... ...Read More
    06/22/2024
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