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Valley Forensics, P .L.L.c.

Norma Jean Farley, M.D.
Anatomic, Clinical and Forensic Pathologist
3100-B S. Business Hwy 281, Edinburg, TX 78539
Tel: (956) 292-7014; Fax: (866) 682-0360
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Cause and Manner of Death Document
Case No.: A11-85
Name: Del Angel, Jose Sex: M Age:44
Date & Time of Autopsy:
May 13, 2011; 10:30 AM
Cause of Death: Gunshot wound of chest.
Manner: Pending investigation.
Conclusion: The final report is pending investigative information and possibly ballistics.
The entrance wound is on the anterior left chest and at close intermediate range with
associated soot and powder tattooing of the wound. The deformed bullet is recovered in
the left back muscle. The decedent's weapon was also reportedly recovered in the vehicle.
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Note: This document is issued within 48 to 72 hours of the autopsy to help in completing the death
certificate until the final report is released.