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Eric Robinson

Case from Springfield, IL dated Aug 12, 2017

Victim Details

Eric Robinson

Male

Black / African American

Springfield

IL

2017-08-12

29

Eric

Robinson

07/22/2026

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Eric Robinson, a 29-year-old African American male, was tragically shot and killed on August 12, 2017, in Springfield, Illinois. His death marked the ninth homicide in Springfield for that year, contributing to a particularly violent period in the city's recent history. The incident occurred during a dice game on the porch of a residence in the 1700 block of East Edwards Street. Multiple individuals were present at the scene, and chaos ensued as people scattered when the shooting began. Robinson ...
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  • Springfield morning homicide victim identified
  • The State Journal: Police investigating fatal shooting near 17th and Edwards
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