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Robert Cotten

Case from Chicago, IL dated Jul 04, 2014

Victim Details

Robert Cotten

Male

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

2014-07-04

35

Robert

Cotten

07/11/2026

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Robert Cotten, a 35-year-old African American male, was found dead on July 4, 2014, in Chicago, Illinois. His death was a result of multiple gunshot wounds, which led the authorities to classify the case as a homicide. The incident occurred in the Englewood neighborhood, a part of Chicago known for its high crime rates. Cotten's body was discovered in an alley, and the initial investigation suggested that he might have been targeted due to gang-related activities, although he was not known to be ...
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  • DNAinfo Chicago: Son Gunned Down Men Who 'Disrespected' His Father, Prosecutors Say
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