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Did a murder lead to a wishing shrine in Tucson?
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- Valley 101
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- Feb 2, 2026
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- 1058
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Summary
In an unassuming dirt patch in Tucson's Barrio Viejo sits a shrine that is said to grant wishes. But this altar is not like most. It sits at the site of a brutal murder that happened when a love affair went wrong in 1800s Tucson and is said to be the only true shine to a sinner. This week on Valley 101, a podcast by the Arizona Republic and azcentral.com, you'll hear the true crime story that lead to a symbol of history and hope for the Mexican-American community in west Tucson. Submit your question about Phoenix! Follow us on X, Instagram and TikTok. Guests: Abraham Cooper Host, Producer: Amanda Luberto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices