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Deshawn James

Case from Chicago, IL dated Jan 09, 2018

Victim Details

Deshawn D James

Male

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

2018-01-09

17

Deshawn

James

07/21/2026

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Deshawn D. James, a 17-year-old African American male from Chicago, Illinois, lost his life to gun violence on January 9, 2018. His passing marked another heartbreaking loss in a city that has long struggled with the devastating impact of shootings, especially among its youth. Deshawn was known for his warm personality, his dedication to his family and friends, and his dreams of building a better future. As a student who had attended North Lawndale College Prep and Innovations High School, he wa ...
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  • Chicago Sun-Times: 5 killed, 7 wounded Tuesday in rash of gun violence across Chicago
  • Chicago Sun-Times: Boy, 17, shot in head, killed near Far South Side school
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