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Vernon Leon Clay

Case from Chicago, IL dated Apr 23, 2022

Victim Details

Vernon Leon Clay

Male

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

2022-04-23

42

Vernon

Leon Clay

07/05/2026

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Vernon Leon Clay, a 42-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on April 23, 2022, in Chicago, Illinois. The incident occurred in the West Englewood neighborhood, a community that has seen its share of violence. Vernon was fatally shot on a sidewalk, a victim of the ongoing gun violence that plagues many urban areas. His death was a significant blow to his family and the community, who mourned the loss of a life taken too soon.

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