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Jesus Lopez

Case from Chicago, IL dated Jul 14, 2018

Victim Details

Jesus A. Lopez

Male

Hispanic / Latino

Chicago

IL

2018-07-14

16

Jesus

Lopez

07/22/2026

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Jesus A. Lopez, a 16-year-old male from Chicago, Illinois, tragically lost his life on July 14, 2018. Known affectionately as "Lil Jay," Jesus was described by his friends as a "good soul" and a beloved member of his community. He grew up in the Belmont Central neighborhood, attended Mary Lyon Elementary School, and later moved on to Steinmetz College Prep for high school. On the day of his death, Jesus was shot in the chest and arms while in his neighborhood. Despite being rushed to Illinois Ma ...
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  • Chicago Sun-Times: Boy, 16, fatally shot in Belmont Central
  • Driver Fatally Struck Jesus Lopez, 72, In Gage Park - Streetsblog ...
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