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James Hicks

Case from Waukegan, IL dated Oct 24, 2021

Victim Details

James Hicks

Male

Black / African American

Waukegan

IL

2021-10-24

27

James

Hicks

06/27/2026

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James Hicks, a 27-year-old African American male from North Chicago, was tragically shot and killed on October 24, 2021, in Park City, Illinois. The incident occurred around noon outside an apartment complex in the 700 block of Sharon Avenue. Hicks was found unresponsive and suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Despite efforts by first responders to provide first aid, he was pronounced dead at Vista Medical Center East in Waukegan.

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  • 15-year-old charged with first-degree murder, robbery after North Chicago man shot to death in Park City
  • Daily Herald: Park City shooting victim identified
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