John Michael Peña

Murdered
Case Description
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On February 26, 2023, 41-year-old John Michael Peña was found deceased in the Pajaro River bed behind River Park in Watsonville, California. Responding to reports around noon, Watsonville Police officers discovered Peña with at least one gunshot wound. Detectives believe the shooting occurred the previous day, February 25.

The area where Peña's body was found is known to be inhabited by several dozen tents and makeshift dwellings, commonly occupied by homeless individuals. Following ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    John Michael Peña

    Male

    Hispanic / Latino

    Watsonville

    CA

    2023-02-26

    41

    John

    Michael Peña

    12/27/2024

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