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Benjamin Barber

Case from Chicago, IL dated Apr 24, 2021

Victim Details

Benjamin Barber

Male

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

2021-04-24

62

Benjamin

Barber

07/06/2026

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Benjamin Barber, a 62-year-old African American man, was tragically shot and killed on April 24, 2021, in the East Garfield Park neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. The incident occurred early in the morning at around 6:10 a.m. while Barber was standing on the sidewalk outside his home on West Monroe Street. According to the Cook County medical examiner’s office, Barber was approached by an unknown assailant who drew a handgun and opened fire, striking him multiple times. He was immediately tra ...
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  • Chicago Sun-Times: Man, 62, dies after weekend shooting in East Garfield Park
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    Hi everyone. I'm deeply saddened by the loss of Benjamin Barber, and my heart goes out to his family... ...Read More
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