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Alva E. Al Besst

Case from Chicago, IL dated Feb 16, 2021

Victim Details

Alva E. Al Besst Jr.

Male

White / Caucasian

Chicago

IL

2021-02-16

68

Alva

E. Al Besst

07/20/2026

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Alva E. Al Besst, a 68-year-old lifelong resident of Bridgeport, Chicago, was tragically killed by a stray bullet on February 16, 2021. Besst, who was active in his community and a member of the First Trinity Lutheran Church, was driving near Halsted and 31st Street when he was struck in the head by gunfire intended for someone else. The bullet penetrated the rear window of his car, causing him to crash into a snow pile. He was rushed to Stroger Hospital, where he later died from his injuries.
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  • NBC Chicago: Bridgeport Man Remembered as Kind, Generous After Being Killed by Stray Bullet Tuesday
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    Does anyone else feel like this heartbreaking incident really underscores the random nature of gun v... ...Read More
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    I came across Alva Besst's story, and it's just so devastating. Besst was clearly a pillar in his co... ...Read More
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