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Gabriel Mercado

Case from Hacienda-heights, CA dated Oct 18, 2005

Victim Details

Gabriel Mercado Jr.

Male

Hispanic / Latino

Hacienda-heights

CA

2005-10-18

15

Gabriel

Mercado

07/05/2026

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Gabriel Anthony Mercado Jr., a 15-year-old resident of Hacienda Heights, California, tragically lost his life on October 18, 2005. According to reports, Gabriel was shot and killed in front of his home. On that fateful evening, he stepped out of his house to meet someone, and shortly after, gunshots were heard. Witnesses found Gabriel lying on the ground, having sustained fatal gunshot wounds. The Los Angeles County coroner's office confirmed his death, marking a devastating loss for his family ...
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  • Teen shot dead in front of home - San Gabriel Valley Tribune
  • Neighbors call for action after slaying - Daily Breeze
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