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William Payton Jr

Case from Chicago, IL dated Mar 09, 2022

Victim Details

William Payton Jr

Male

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

2022-03-09

61

William

Payton Jr

07/14/2026

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William Payton Jr., a 61-year-old African American male, was tragically shot and killed on March 9, 2022, in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood of Chicago, IL. The incident occurred on a sidewalk in the 7500 block of South Ellis Avenue. This fatal shooting has left the community in shock and mourning, as they remember William Payton Jr. for his contributions and presence in the neighborhood.

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  • Chicago Sun-Times: 61-year-old man shot to death in Grand Crossing
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