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On October 9, 2016, 22-year-old Kewon D. Vilella was fatally shot in Chicago, Illinois. He was discovered on a porch in the 3900 block of West Gladys Avenue with a gunshot wound to the chest. Earlier that day, Kewon had visited his daughter. His mother, Annette Johnson-Butler, described him as a vibrant young man full of life and energy. He was affectionately known as "KOBE" by family and friends due to his love for basketball and admiration for Kobe Bryant. Kewon was also recognized for his bri ...Read More
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Kewon D. Vilella
Male
Black / African American
Chicago
IL
2016-10-09
22
Kewon
Vilella
11/22/2025
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