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Aaron Gordon

Case from Chicago, IL dated Jul 04, 2017

Victim Details

Aaron Gordon

Female

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

2017-07-04

21

Aaron

Gordon

07/05/2026

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Aaron Gordon, a 21-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on July 4, 2017, in Chicago, IL. The incident occurred at the Riverside Village Apartment complex on the Far South Side of Chicago. Aaron was sitting in his car with his girlfriend, her children, and another friend, enjoying the fireworks when the tragedy struck. Sean Liggett, a 26-year-old male, approached a nearby car and began arguing with the occupants. The argument escalated, and Liggett, who was armed, fired seven ...
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  • Chicago Sun-Times: Man, 21, shot dead by stray bullet in Riverdale neighborhood
  • Murder Charges In Death Of Man Killed By Stray Bullet On July 4
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    Has anyone else been following the case of Aaron Gordon? I'm still in disbelief about what happened.... ...Read More
    12/04/2024
    Wow, Aaron's story is truly one that sticks with you. I'm particularly struck by the courage he show... ...Read More
    11/23/2024
    Did anyone else read about the role Aaron's girlfriend played in the aftermath? I can't even begin t... ...Read More
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