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Joshua Martinez

Case from Chicago, IL dated Apr 13, 2014

Victim Details

Joshua Martinez

Female

Hispanic / Latino

Chicago

IL

2014-04-13

20

Joshua

Martinez

07/16/2026

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Joshua Martinez, a 20-year-old Hispanic male, tragically lost his life on April 13, 2014, in Chicago, Illinois. Born on September 3, 1993, Joshua was a beloved son, brother, and father. He is survived by his cherished daughter, Laylah, his girlfriend, Marla, and his loving parents, Alicia and Sergio. Joshua's untimely death left a profound impact on his family and friends, who remember him fondly.

The circumstances surrounding Joshua's death were both tragic and violent. On the night of A ...
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    I can't stop thinking about Joshua's little girl, Laylah, and how much her life has changed since th... ...Read More
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