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Study quantifies missing, murdered Indigenous crisis in San Jose

28 April 2026 10:30

A first-ever report from the Indian Health Center of Santa Clara Valley quantifies the crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous people in the Bay Area. - Over 70% of survey participants experienced abuse at age 10 or younger.

- Prior data was nonexistent due to misclassification and lack of city response. - The report calls for improved data collection and culturally grounded programs.

- Santa Clara County officials urge action to address the crisis.

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