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James Martin

Case from Chicago, IL dated Nov 11, 2018

Victim Details

James T. Martin

Male

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

2018-11-11

32

James

Martin

08/01/2026

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James T. Martin, a 32-year-old African American male, was tragically killed on November 11, 2018, in Chicago, IL. His death was the result of a fatal shooting that occurred in the South Side neighborhood of the city. According to reports, Martin was found with multiple gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene. The incident took place late at night, and the circumstances surrounding the shooting were initially unclear.

In the aftermath of Martin's death, the Chicago Police Depar ...
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  • Chicago Sun-Times: Man killed in Lawndale shooting
  • James Martin Luchansky Obituary 2018 - Kurtz Memorial Chapel
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