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Daniel Velarde
WARNING: This individual is considered armed and dangerous. Do not attempt to apprehend suspect yourself. If seen, contact your local police station ASAP.
- Wanted For: Murder
- Sex: M
- Descent: Hispanic
- Height: 5'11
- Weight: 190
- Hair: Brown
- Eyes: Brown
- Date of Birth: 09/08/1970
- Age: 31*
- Weapon: .9mm blue steel semi automatic pistol
- DR#: 21705202
Details
On Friday, January 11, 2002, Bruce Wong, “CHINO,” A Columbus Street gang member, was shot to death in an alley adjacent to the Las Brisas bar located at 15321 Parthenia Street. Daniel Velarde has been identified as the shooter. The .9 mm blue steel semi automatic pistol used in the shooting is still outstanding.
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It is requested that anyone with information contact the LAPD Mission Area Homicide Unit at 818-838-9952. During off hours contact the Mission Area Watch Commander at 818-9800.
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