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Benjamin Lorenzo Sanchez Jr.

Case from Rio Rancho, NM dated Aug 05, 2018

Victim Details

Benjamin Lorenzo Sanchez Jr.

Male

White / Caucasian

Rio Rancho

NM

2018-08-05

29

Benjamin

Lorenzo Sanchez Jr.

06/23/2026

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Benjamin Lorenzo Sanchez Jr., affectionately known as 'Coach Ben Sanchez,' passed away on Sunday, August 5, 2018, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. He was just 29 years old at the time of his death. Born on March 10, 1989, in Ruidoso, New Mexico, Coach Ben had spent his entire life in Lincoln County, where he was deeply involved in the local community, particularly through his coaching endeavors.

Coach Ben's impact on the community was significant, as he coached at various schools and Little Lea ...
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    I still find myself thinking about Coach Ben and the void he left in the community. It's astonishing... ...Read More
    04/27/2024
    I wanted to talk about the amazing legacy Coach Ben Sanchez left behind in Rio Rancho. It's often sa... ...Read More
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    I’m still trying to wrap my head around the loss of Coach Ben Sanchez. It's so sad to think that s... ...Read More
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