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Vanisha Washington

Case from Chicago, IL dated Apr 20, 2020

Victim Details

Vanisha Washington

Female

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

2020-04-20

28

Vanisha

Washington

07/05/2026

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Vanisha Washington, a 28-year-old African American woman, tragically lost her life on April 20, 2020, in Chicago, Illinois. The incident occurred in the Back of the Yards neighborhood on the South Side of Chicago. Vanisha Washington was in a vehicle with two men when they suddenly heard gunshots. The vehicle was traveling in the 5400 block of South Bishop Street when the shots were fired. Vanisha Washington was struck in the armpit and shoulder. Despite their efforts to escape, the group continu ...
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  • Chicago Sun-Times: Woman killed, 2 men hurt in Back of the Yards shooting
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