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Jerrelle Elton Johnson

Case from Chicago, IL dated May 21, 2017

Victim Details

Jerrelle Elton Johnson Jr

Male

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

2017-05-21

18

Jerrelle

Elton Johnson

07/23/2026

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Jerrelle Elton Johnson Jr., an 18-year-old African American male, was fatally shot on May 21, 2017, in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago. Known affectionately as "Deda," Jerrelle's death was a tragic event that shook his community. The circumstances surrounding his murder remain a poignant reminder of the violence that has plagued certain areas of Chicago.

The investigation into Jerrelle's death revealed that he was shot multiple times, leading to his untimely demise. Despite efforts by ...
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  • Chicago Sun-Times: Man killed, teenage boy wounded in Austin shooting
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