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McFarland Police Department identifies victim in fatal shooting

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MCFARLAND, Calif. — On October 19th, McFarland police received reports of a person who was possibly unconscious at a residence located on Frontage Road. When investigators arrived on scene officials said they found 58-year-old Emiliano Rico suffering from multiple gunshot wounds inside of the residence.

Officials declared Rico dead at the scene and it is now being investigated as a homicide.

Anyone with information is urged to contact McFarland Police Department at 661-792-2121.

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