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Joaquin Clara

Case from Chicago, IL dated Aug 23, 2017

Victim Details

Name

Joaquin Clara

Gender

Male

Race

Hispanic / Latino

City

Chicago

State

Date Of Death

2017-08-23

Age At Death

First Name

Joaquin

Last Name

Clara

Last Updated

07/13/2026

Case Description

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Joaquin Clara, a 51-year-old Hispanic male, was found dead on August 23, 2017, in the Belmont Cragin neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. Clara, who was homeless, was discovered around 9 p.m. in the 5900 block of West Fullerton Avenue. The Cook County medical examiner's office determined that Clara died from blunt-force injuries to his head, and his death was ruled a homicide. The autopsy revealed that the injuries were severe, indicating a violent attack.

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Joaquin Clara

Case from Chicago, IL dated Aug 23, 2017

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