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Malike Ellis

Case from Chicago, IL dated Feb 14, 2017

Victim Details

Malike Ellis

Male

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

2017-02-14

18

Malike

Ellis

07/05/2026

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Malike Ellis, an 18-year-old African American male, was fatally shot on February 14, 2017, in the North Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago, IL. The tragic incident occurred in an area known for its high crime rates and gang activity. Malike's death was a significant loss to his family and community, who described him as a bright and promising young man with a future ahead of him.

The investigation into Malike Ellis's murder revealed that he was shot multiple times in what appeared to be a t ...
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  • Chicago Sun-Times: 18-year-old man fatally shot in North Lawndale
  • chicagotribune.com: Boy, 2, and man killed, pregnant woman wounded in shooting caught on Facebook Live
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