Apache Junction teen Manny Garcia killed after being hit by car
Garcia died while riding his scooter in Apache Junction.
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Posted: 01/05/2013
APACHE JUNCTION, AZ - A car accident in Apache Junction has claimed the life of 13-year-old.
According to reports, Manny Garcia died after being hit by a car next to the Tomahawk onramp of the US 60.
Garcia’s friends have organized two separate events to honor him.
Sunday at noon they held an event called, “Ride for Manny” at the Apache Junction Skate Park.
On Sunday night, there was a candlelight vigil at the Apache Junction Skate park to honor Manny’s life.
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