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Gaillen Baker

Death by Force
Case Description
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Gaillen Baker, a 13-year-old African American boy from Rockford, Illinois, tragically lost his life on September 18, 2015. Gaillen was an 8th grader at Eisenhower Middle School, known for his love of basketball and his playful nature with friends and family. On the day of his death, Gaillen was shot and killed while allegedly attempting to break into a home located in the 2300 block of 15th Avenue in Rockford. The Winnebago County Coroner's Office confirmed that Gaillen died from a gunshot wound ...Read More
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  • Rockford Register Star: Suspect arrested in fatal shooting of Rockford teen
  • Rockford Register Star: 'Young teenager' shot dead in southeast Rockford
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    Victim Details

    Gaillen Baker

    Male

    Black / African American

    Rockford

    IL

    2015-09-18

    13

    Gaillen

    Baker

    11/15/2025

    Forum Posts (2)
    Has anyone else looked into the claim that Gaillen didn't actually need to be involved in breaking i... ...Read More
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