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Chia Ling Charlie Yau

Case from Monterey-park, CA dated Jan 21, 2023

Victim Details

Chia Ling Charlie Yau

Male

Monterey-park

CA

2023-01-21

76

Chia

Ling Charlie Yau

07/18/2026

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On January 21, 2023, 76-year-old Chia Ling "Charlie" Yau was among the victims of a tragic mass shooting at the Star Ballroom Dance Studio in Monterey Park, California. The incident occurred around 10:22 p.m. during a Lunar New Year celebration, resulting in the deaths of eleven individuals and injuries to nine others.

Yau, affectionately known as Charlie, was a caring father, uncle, brother, and friend. He had a deep passion for music, dance, and travel, often expressing gratitude for ...
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  • gofundme.com: Monterey Park Lunar New Year Victims Fund, organized by Asian Americans Advancing Justice Southern California
  • KTLA: Death toll in Monterey Park shooting now 11; motive still unclear
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    Reflecting on the Monterey Park tragedy, my thoughts keep circling back to how unpredictable life ca... ...Read More
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    Just wanted to share a bit about Charlie Yau that really stuck with me. From everything I've read an... ...Read More
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