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Jennifer Chicas

Death by Force
Case Description
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On February 19, 2016, a tragic incident occurred near the Las Vegas Strip, resulting in the deaths of two best friends, Jennifer Margarita Chicas and Melissa Yvette Mendoza, both 27 years old. The two women had just arrived in Las Vegas and were enjoying their time in the city when their lives were cut short.

The incident began early Friday morning, following a fight that broke out near the Strip. During this altercation, shots were fired, and three people were hit. Jennifer Chicas and Me ...Read More
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  • Suspect: No recollection of double killing near Vegas Strip
  • KTNV: Suspect in last week's double homicide near Strip held on no bail
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    Victim Details

    Jennifer Chicas

    Female

    Hispanic / Latino

    Las Vegas

    NV

    2016-02-19

    27

    Jennifer

    Chicas

    11/10/2025

    Forum Posts (3)
    I came across this case while scrolling through updates on another forum, and it truly got me thinki... ...Read More
    06/26/2024
    Hey everyone,
    I’ve been thinking about the tragic events from 2016 involving Jennifer Chicas ... ...Read More
    09/29/2023
    Hi everyone,
    I've been thinking a lot about the tragic loss of Jennifer Chicas and Melissa Mendoz... ...Read More
    07/15/2023
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