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Cruz Abel

Case from West-sacramento, CA dated Apr 29, 2017

Victim Details

Cruz Abel

Male

West-sacramento

CA

2017-04-29

19

Cruz

Abel

07/07/2026

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Cruz Abel, a 19-year-old resident of West Sacramento, California, tragically lost his life on April 29, 2017, in a drive-by shooting. The incident occurred early in the morning on Merkley Avenue. According to witnesses, Abel was walking westbound when a car pulled up beside him and fired multiple shots. The car then made a U-turn and fired additional shots before fleeing the scene. Abel was rushed to a hospital but succumbed to his injuries shortly after. His death left his family and community ...
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  • FOX40: 19-Year-Old Father Killed in West Sacramento’s First Homicide in Over a Year; Suspect Dead
  • Deputies: Suspect In West Sacramento Homicide Found Dead
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