Robert Serra

Venezuelan criminologist and politician

Robert Serra - Venezuelan criminologist and politician
Born

1987
38 years ago

Died

October 1st, 2014
10 years ago — 27 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Venezuela

Links & References

Contributed to criminology in Venezuela and served as a National Assembly member. Advocated for various social issues and worked on legislative initiatives. Engaged in political activities with an emphasis on community development and public safety. Actively participated in political discourse regarding crime prevention and social justice.

Served as a member of the Venezuelan National Assembly

Worked on initiatives related to public safety

Advocated for community development

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