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Ryan Thornton

Case from Chicago, IL dated Apr 23, 2017

Victim Details

Ryan D Thornton

Male

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

2017-04-23

30

Ryan

Thornton

07/07/2026

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Ryan D. Thornton, a 30-year-old African American man, was tragically taken from this world on April 23, 2017, in Chicago, Illinois. His life, filled with hopes, dreams, and connections to family and friends, was abruptly cut short by gun violence—an all-too-common occurrence that leaves behind a wake of sorrow, questions, and longing. Though the details surrounding his final moments remain sparse, one truth stands firm: a life with immeasurable value was lost that day.

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  • Homicide Watch Chicago: 30-year-old Ryan Thornton killed in drive-by shooting in Washington Park
  • Chicago Sun-Times: Man fatally shot in Washington Park
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