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Frank Pate

Case from Bellwood, IL dated May 11, 2017

Victim Details

Frank Pate

Male

Black / African American

Bellwood

IL

2017-05-11

30

Frank

Pate

06/30/2026

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Frank Pate, a 30-year-old African American male from Bellwood, IL, tragically lost his life on May 11, 2017. The circumstances surrounding his death were initially unclear, prompting a thorough investigation by local authorities. Frank Pate's death was later determined to be a homicide, which led to an extensive search for suspects and potential motives.

The investigation revealed that Frank Pate had been involved in a violent altercation on the night of his death. Witnesses reported hear ...
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  • Chicago Sun-Times: 30-year-old man fatally shot in Bellwood
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