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James Sweezer

Case from Chicago, IL dated Jan 12, 2022

Victim Details

James Sweezer

Male

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

2022-01-12

14

James

Sweezer

07/05/2026

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James Sweezer, a 14-year-old Black male, tragically lost his life on January 12, 2022, in Chicago, Illinois. The incident occurred in the Englewood neighborhood, specifically in the 1400 block of South 73rd Street. James was standing on the sidewalk around 8:45 p.m. when someone in a passing dark-colored vehicle opened fire. He was struck in the head and was immediately transported to Comer Children’s Hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.

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  • Chicago Sun-Times: 14-year-old boy shot and killed in Englewood
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