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Deonte Hoard, a 17-year-old African American male, was tragically shot and killed on March 2, 2015, in the South Deering neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. Deonte was a senior at Urban Prep Academy, known for its success in guiding young men from inner-city neighborhoods to four-year colleges. He was a promising student and athlete, playing basketball and running track. Deonte had been accepted to several colleges and was looking forward to a bright future.

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Victim Details

Deonte Hoard

Male

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

2015-03-02

17

Deonte

Hoard

11/07/2025