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Cesareo Ruiz

Case from Salinas, CA dated Oct 01, 2015

Victim Details

Cesareo Meza Ruiz

Male

Hispanic / Latino

Salinas

CA

2015-10-01

47

Cesareo

Ruiz

07/14/2026

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Cesareo Meza Ruiz, a 47-year-old resident of Salinas, California, tragically lost his life on October 1, 2015. The incident occurred near the intersection of North Hebbron and East Streets, where Ruiz was found suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Despite being transported to a nearby hospital, he succumbed to his injuries. This marked the 28th homicide in Salinas for the year 2015, highlighting a particularly violent period for the city.

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  • The Salinas Californian: Man fatally shot in Salinas
  • UPDATE: Salinas logs homicides 30, 31; 1 suspect arrested
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