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Erik Louis Charles Jr.

Case from Chicago, IL dated Sep 06, 2017

Victim Details

Erik Louis Charles Jr.

Male

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

2017-09-06

25

Erik

Louis Charles Jr.

07/13/2026

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Erik Louis Charles Jr., a 25-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on September 6, 2017, in Chicago, Illinois. Erik, known affectionately as "LC," was a beloved father, son, and brother. He served as a US Army veteran and was deeply cherished by his family, including his daughters Brooke and A'Miyah, his mother Michelle Cummings-Stubbs, and his father Erik Louis-Charles Sr. His untimely death left a profound void in the lives of those who knew and loved him.

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