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Fuad Baranja

Death by Force
Case Description
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On December 25, 2023, at approximately 7:55 a.m., Garland police responded to reports of a shooting at the Chandelier Cafe and Lounge, located in the 4400 block of West Walnut Street. Upon arrival, first responders discovered 34-year-old Fuad Baranja lying in the parking lot with an apparent gunshot wound. Baranja was immediately transported to a local hospital for treatment. Despite medical efforts, he succumbed to his injuries on December 26.

Witnesses at the scene recounted that an a ...Read More
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  • NewsBreak Original: Weekly Safety Report: Tragedy Strikes Garland, Texas with Youth Violence and Fatal Altercation | Texas Safety Tower | NewsBreak Original
  • wfaa.com: Suspect arrested, charged with murder in fatal Christmas Day shooting outside of Garland hookah lounge, police say
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    Victim Details

    Fuad Baranja

    Male

    Hispanic / Latino

    Garland

    TX

    2023-12-25

    34

    Fuad

    Baranja

    11/29/2025

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    Does anyone here have more information about the Chandelier Cafe and Lounge's reputation before this... ...Read More
    07/28/2024
    I have been following the Garland incident and, like many of you, I’m deeply troubled by the sense... ...Read More
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