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Erik Alexander Meza Chairez

Case from Salinas, CA dated Aug 13, 2022

Victim Details

Erik Alexander Meza Chairez

Male

Salinas

CA

2022-08-13

29

Erik

Alexander Meza Chairez

07/09/2026

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Erik Alexander Meza Chairez, a 29-year-old resident of Salinas, California, tragically lost his life on August 13, 2022. He was found with a gunshot wound at a homeless encampment near East Laurel Drive and Carr Lake. Despite the efforts of responding officers, Erik succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The Salinas Police Department launched an investigation into the homicide, but as of the latest updates, no suspects have been identified or arrested. The motive behind the shooting remains unc ...
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  • KION546: Victim identified in deadly Salinas homeless encampment shooting – KION546
  • KSBW: Salinas police investigating fatal shooting at homeless camp
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