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Elbert Craig

Case from Chicago, IL dated Dec 06, 2020

Victim Details

Elbert Craig

Male

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

2020-12-06

34

Elbert

Craig

08/01/2026

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Elbert Craig, a 34-year-old African American male, was tragically killed on December 6, 2020, in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago, IL. The incident occurred around 9:13 p.m. in the 4900 block of West Hubbard Street. According to reports, Elbert Craig was approached by three individuals, one of whom opened fire, striking him multiple times in the back. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The Cook County medical examiner's office confirmed his death, and the Chicago police initiated an investig ...
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  • Chicago Sun-Times: Man killed in Austin shooting
  • LEGAL HELP FIRM - MAN KILLED: Elbert Craig, 34, was shot
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