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Leroy Smythe Jr.

Case from Chicago, IL dated Jan 31, 2021

Victim Details

Leroy Smythe, Jr.

Male

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

2021-01-31

25

Leroy

Smythe Jr.

07/18/2026

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Leroy Smythe Jr., a 25-year-old African American male, was tragically shot and killed on January 31, 2021, in the Englewood neighborhood on the South Side of Chicago, IL. The incident occurred in the 7100 block of South Green Street, a location known for its high crime rates. Leroy Smythe Jr.'s death was a result of gun violence, a pervasive issue in many urban areas, including Chicago.

Following the incident, the Chicago Police Department launched an investigation to identify the perpetr ...
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  • Chicago Sun-Times: Man killed in Englewood shooting
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