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Gaillen Baker

Case from Rockford, IL dated Sep 18, 2015

Victim Details

Gaillen Baker

Male

Black / African American

Rockford

IL

2015-09-18

13

Gaillen

Baker

07/17/2026

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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 ...
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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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