
LA County DA charges 24-year-old man in death of local activist
The victim, 28-year-old Amanda Torres, was trying to protect her brother, according to the LA County District Attorney.
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The victim, 28-year-old Amanda Torres, was trying to protect her brother, according to the LA County District Attorney.
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