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On March 26, 2023, 14-year-old Juan Ortega was fatally shot in Palmdale, California. The incident occurred around 5:20 p.m. in the 3000 block of East Avenue R-4. Authorities identified Juan Ortega as the victim, and his death was classified as a homicide.
In addition to Ortega, another male victim sustained a gunshot wound to his right leg. This individual managed to return to his residence in the 3100 block of Heather Avenue and was subsequently transported to a hospital for medical t ...Read More
In addition to Ortega, another male victim sustained a gunshot wound to his right leg. This individual managed to return to his residence in the 3100 block of Heather Avenue and was subsequently transported to a hospital for medical t ...Read More
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Juan Ortega
Male
Hispanic / Latino
Palmdale
CA
2023-03-26
14
Juan
Ortega
11/14/2025
Forum Posts (2)
I've been following the tragic shooting of young Juan Ortega, and I can't stop thinking about the im... ...Read More
07/19/2024
07/19/2024
Just so devastating to hear about Juan Ortega's death, and I can't stop thinking about his family an... ...Read More
09/10/2023
09/10/2023
