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Manuel Zavala

Death by Force
Case Description
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On September 7, 2016, Manuel Zavala, a 30-year-old resident of Salem, Oregon, lost his life in a tragic incident. The event unfolded when officers responded to a scene where they found two individuals, Christopher Edward Gerberding and Manuel Zavala. Upon arrival, the police discovered that Manuel Zavala was deceased at the scene, while Christopher Edward Gerberding, aged 32, was present and provided statements to the detectives.

The investigation revealed that the incident involved a sho ...Read More
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  • Statesman Journal: Police ID victim in fatal West Salem shooting
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    Victim Details

    Uel Zavala

    Male

    Hispanic / Latino

    Salem

    OR

    2016-09-07

    30

    Manuel

    Zavala

    11/20/2025

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