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Joel Wade

Death by Force
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Joel Wade, a 20-year-old African American male from Chicago, IL, tragically lost his life on August 18, 2014. The circumstances surrounding his death were deeply troubling and sparked significant attention from both the community and law enforcement. Joel Wade was found with multiple gunshot wounds in a neighborhood known for its high crime rates. The initial investigation suggested that the shooting was a targeted attack, possibly linked to gang-related activities, although Joel Wade himself wa ...Read More
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    • Victim Details

    Joel Wade

    Male

    Black / African American

    Chicago

    IL

    2014-08-18

    20

    Joel

    Wade

    11/18/2025

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