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Leroy Acosta

Case from Roswell, NM dated Apr 29, 2020

Victim Details

Leroy Acosta

Male

Hispanic / Latino

Roswell

NM

2020-04-29

37

Leroy

Acosta

07/13/2026

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In the early hours of April 29, 2020, Roswell police responded to a call at a residence on East Ballard Street, south of Roswell, New Mexico. Upon arrival, officers discovered 37-year-old Leroy Jaramillo Acosta suffering from a gunshot wound. He was promptly transported to a hospital in Lubbock, Texas, where he later succumbed to his injuries.

Investigations revealed that Acosta had been involved in an altercation with 27-year-old Arturo Duran-Lujan prior to the shooting. Witnesses indic ...
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  • KRQE News 13: Man found shot outside south Roswell home
  • Leroy Jaramillo Acosta Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information
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    It's truly saddening to read about Leroy Jaramillo Acosta's tragic passing. I can't stop thinking ab... ...Read More
    12/10/2024
    I've been following the case of Leroy Jaramillo Acosta, and something about his background keeps bug... ...Read More
    01/21/2024
    Has anyone looked into the history between Leroy Acosta and Arturo Duran-Lujan? It seems like there ... ...Read More
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