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Jonathan Lewis

Case from Chicago, IL dated Dec 28, 2014

Victim Details

Jonathan Lewis

Male

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

2014-12-28

29

Jonathan

Lewis

07/12/2026

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Jonathan Lewis, a 29-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on December 28, 2014, in Chicago, IL. The circumstances surrounding his death have been the subject of extensive investigation and legal proceedings. Jonathan's death was the result of a violent altercation that occurred in the West Pullman neighborhood, a community that has seen its share of violence over the years. On the night of his death, Jonathan was attending a gathering when an unknown assailant opened fire, re ...
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  • Homicide Watch Chicago: Jonathan Lewis
  • DNAinfo Chicago: Two Men Killed in Back of the Yards Shooting Identified
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    Has anyone else been following the trial related to Jonathan Lewis's case? I can't even begin to ima... ...Read More
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    Has anyone here attended any of the vigils or marches organized for Jonathan? I've been reading abou... ...Read More
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    It's been nearly a decade since we lost Jonathan Lewis, and every time I think about his case, I can... ...Read More
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