Deshawn James

Death by Force

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 ...Read More

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