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Tracy Kay Cantu

Case from Plano, TX dated Apr 10, 2023

Victim Details

Tracy Kay Cantu

Female

White / Caucasian

Plano

TX

2023-04-10

57

Tracy

Kay Cantu

Yes

07/17/2026

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On April 10, 2023, a tragic incident unfolded in Murphy, Texas, resulting in the deaths of 57-year-old Tracy Kay Cantu and her husband, 63-year-old Federico (Fred) Cantu Jr. The couple was found deceased at their residence on Whisperfield Drive in the Rolling Ridge subdivision. Tracy was discovered in the driveway, while Federico was found inside the home.

The perpetrator was identified as 35-year-old Vincent Cantu, Federico's son and Tracy's stepson. Vincent arrived at the residence s ...
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  • NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth: Father, Stepmother Killed in Double Murder-Suicide, Murphy Police Say
  • 3 dead after shooting at home in Murphy
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    Hey everyone. I've been following the Cantu case closely, and something's been sticking with me. Has... ...Read More
    11/16/2024
    I keep thinking about how Federico and Tracy must have felt in their final moments. They were in the... ...Read More
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