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Richard Matthews

Case from Chicago, IL dated Apr 25, 2018

Victim Details

Richard Matthews

Male

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

2018-04-25

51

Richard

Matthews

07/29/2026

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Richard Matthews, a 51-year-old man from Chicago, IL, tragically lost his life on April 25, 2018. The circumstances surrounding his death were deeply unsettling, as he was fatally shot in the South Shore neighborhood of Chicago. The incident left the community in shock and prompted an extensive investigation by local law enforcement authorities.

Following the tragic event, the Chicago Police Department launched a thorough investigation to uncover the details of the crime and identify any ...
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  • Chicago Sun-Times: 51-year-old man shot to death in South Shore
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