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Darren Ray

Case from Chicago, IL dated Apr 19, 2014

Victim Details

Darren Ray

Male

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

2014-04-19

43

Darren

Ray

07/18/2026

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Darren Ray, a 43-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on April 19, 2014, in Chicago, IL. His death was the result of a violent incident that has since been the subject of extensive investigations and legal proceedings. Darren Ray was found with multiple gunshot wounds, which led to his untimely demise. The circumstances surrounding his death have been thoroughly examined by law enforcement agencies, leading to several developments in the case.

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  • Homicide Watch Chicago: Childhood friend remembers Darren Ray as East Garfield Park peacekeeper
  • Homicide Watch Chicago: UPDATE: FBI informant on tape hugging man before shooting him, prosecutors say
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