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Case Description
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In December 1996, a body was discovered in California, stirring a mystery that has persisted for decades. On the 10th of that month, the remains, later tentatively identified as those of Raphael Ayala, were found. Despite numerous efforts to uncover the circumstances surrounding this case, many questions remain unanswered. The identity and story of Raphael Ayala linger with details that have evaded clarity, leaving both law enforcement and the public without closure.

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Date Found: 12/10/1996
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Victim Details

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62766

UCP62766

14286

Raphael

Ayala

12/10/1996

California

San Bernardino County

13991

San Bernardino County Sheriff Department - Coroner Division

San Bernardino

California

San Bernardino County

September Fonzi-Jones

Sheriff's Service Specialist, Coroner Division

655 E Third St, , San Bernardino, California

9093872978

County

Coroner

96-6933 VN

2019-12-19

11/21/2025


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