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Destiny M. Valdez

Case from Taos, NM dated Feb 03, 2017

Victim Details

Destiny M. Valdez

Female

Hispanic / Latino

Taos

NM

2017-02-03

21

Destiny

M. Valdez

07/07/2026

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On February 3, 2017, a tragic incident occurred in Taos, New Mexico, resulting in the death of Destiny M. Valdez, a 23-year-old resident of Peñasco. The events unfolded at a gas station, where Valdez was sitting in a car when she was shot.

The incident began with an argument involving the driver of the car Valdez was in and another individual. This altercation escalated, leading to the involvement of Brandon Lopez, who was 23 years old at the time. Lopez is accused of shooting Valdez dur ...
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  • The Taos News: Details learned about Taos weekend shooting
  • The Taos News: Taos shooting victim dies; suspect arraigned
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