Autopsy: Mercedez died from blunt force trauma

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June 9, 2026

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Autopsy: Mercedez died from blunt force trauma

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THE father of murdered 12-year-old Mercedez Layne broke down in tears yesterday, after learning the results of an autopsy which confirmed that his daughter died from blunt force trauma to the head.

Ronald Cabrera, speaking to reporters at his home in Erin, said no punishment could ever undo the pain his family was experiencing.

He called on the authorities to resume hangings, especially for criminals who kill innocent children.

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