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Charles Short

Case from Chicago, IL dated May 30, 2014

Victim Details

Charles D. Short

Male

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

2014-05-30

51

Charles

Short

07/13/2026

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On May 30, 2014, Charles D. Short, a 51-year-old preacher from Chicago, Illinois, was fatally shot upon returning from a grocery store. The incident occurred in Chicago, Illinois. Charles D. Short was a preacher by occupation.

Following the shooting, law enforcement agencies initiated an investigation to identify and apprehend the individual or individuals responsible for the death of Charles D. Short. However, based on the available information, there is no indication that any suspects ...
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  • Homicide Watch Chicago: Family: Preacher Charles Short, 51, killed returning from grocery
  • DNAinfo Chicago: One Dead, Four Wounded in Friday Shootings
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    It's heart wrenching to read about the loss of Pastor Charles D. Short, a man who dedicated his life... ...Read More
    09/18/2023
    Hello everyone. I’ve been reading through some threads about the tragic passing of Charles D. Shor... ...Read More
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