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James Brooks

Death by Force
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James Brooks, a 40-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on June 19, 2022, in Chicago, IL. The circumstances surrounding his death have been the subject of intense investigation and public interest. Brooks was found with multiple gunshot wounds in a residential area, leading authorities to quickly classify the case as a homicide. The Chicago Police Department launched an extensive investigation to uncover the motives and individuals responsible for this violent act.

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  • Chicago Sun-Times: Weekend toll in Chicago: 47 people hit by gunfire, 13 of them in just five hours
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    Victim Details

    James Brooks

    Male

    Black / African American

    Chicago

    IL

    2022-06-19

    40

    James

    Brooks

    11/13/2025

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