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Ricky Bernal Jr

Death by Force
Case Description
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On August 19, 2023, 22-year-old Ricky Bernal Jr. was tragically shot and killed in Atascosa County, Texas. The incident occurred near his residence on Big Leaf Road, close to Old Pleasanton Road. Neighbors reported hearing gunshots and discovered Bernal bleeding in the yard. Despite prompt emergency response, he succumbed to a single gunshot wound.

In the ensuing investigation, the Atascosa County Sheriff's Office identified multiple suspects. On September 7, 2023, 20-year-old Joseph Sa ...Read More
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  • WOAI: Atascosa County murder suspect captured in San Antonio following Crime Stoppers tip
  • Saiz sentenced to 40 years in the murder of Ricky Bernal Jr.
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    Victim Details

    Ricky Bernal Jr

    Male

    Hispanic / Latino

    San-antonio

    TX

    2023-08-19

    21

    Ricky

    Bernal Jr

    11/18/2025

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    11/15/2024
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