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DaVid Parks

Case from Normal, IL dated May 31, 2017

Victim Details

DaVid Parks

Male

Black / African American

Normal

IL

2017-05-31

22

DaVid

Parks

07/17/2026

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DaVid Parks, a 22-year-old African American male, was tragically killed on May 31, 2017, in Normal, Illinois. The incident occurred outside an apartment building at 702 South Golfcrest. Parks was shot five times, leading to his untimely death. The investigation revealed that the shooting appeared to be related to a gang dispute. This violent act shocked the local community and prompted a swift response from law enforcement.

Following the incident, police arrested Daniel Lyons Jr., also 22 ...
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  • CENTRALILLINOISPROUD: Arrest Made in Connection with Homicide in Normal Wednesday
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