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Samuel Lil’ Sam Walker

Case from Chicago, IL dated Jul 25, 2014

Victim Details

Samuel “Lil’ Sam” Walker Jr

Male

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

2014-07-25

13

Samuel

Lil’ Sam Walker

07/10/2026

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Samuel "Lil’ Sam" Walker, a 13-year-old African American boy, was tragically killed on July 25, 2014, in a drive-by shooting on Chicago's West Side. The incident occurred near the intersection of Lexington Street and California Avenue, where Samuel was shot in the head and torso, dying at the scene. The shooting also injured six others. Samuel was preparing to start at Manley High School that fall and was described by family members as a smart boy who was looking forward to high school.
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  • Homicide Watch Chicago: WEEK IN REVIEW: Two teens among five killed throughout Chicago
  • Homicide Watch Chicago: Three men charged with 2014 fatal shooting of 13-year-old Samuel Walker in East Garfield Park
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