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Obed Cruz

Case from Albuquerque, NM dated Aug 11, 2017

Victim Details

Obed Cruz

Male

Hispanic / Latino

Albuquerque

NM

2017-08-11

17

Obed

Cruz

07/04/2026

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On August 11, 2017, 17-year-old Obed Cruz was found deceased in his Albuquerque, New Mexico home. He had been playing video games online with friends when communication ceased abruptly. Concerned, his friends visited his residence and discovered him unresponsive, leading them to call emergency services. Upon arrival, authorities found Cruz had suffered a fatal gunshot wound.

Investigators initially considered the possibility of a homicide. However, subsequent evidence suggested that the ...
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  • KOAT: Mother demands answers after son is shot dead inside home
  • Obed Cruz, age 17 - National Gun Violence Memorial
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    10/26/2024
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