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William Edward Spann

Case from Chicago, IL dated Sep 11, 2019

Victim Details

William Edward Spann

Male

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

2019-09-11

75

William

Edward Spann

07/26/2026

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William Edward Spann Jr., a 75-year-old African American man, was found dead in a burning minivan in the Englewood neighborhood of Chicago on September 11, 2019. The Cook County Medical Examiner's office determined that Spann died from multiple gunshot wounds, and his death was ruled a homicide. The circumstances surrounding his death were particularly tragic, as his body was discovered in the passenger seat of the minivan, which was engulfed in flames.

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  • Man Found Dead In Burning Van In Englewood Was Killed By Multiple Gunshots, Authorities Say
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