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Sterling Sims

Case from Chicago, IL dated Jun 28, 2013

Victim Details

Name

Sterling Sims

Gender

Male

Race

Black / African American

City

Chicago

State

Date Of Death

2013-06-28

Age At Death

First Name

Sterling

Last Name

Sims

Last Updated

07/08/2026

Case Description

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Sterling Sims, a 5-year-old African American boy, tragically lost his life on June 28, 2013, in Chicago, Illinois. Sterling and his mother, 31-year-old Chevonne Brown, were found shot to death in their home located in the 5300 block of South Winchester Avenue. The incident occurred around 2:40 a.m., and both victims were discovered in their bedrooms. The brutal nature of the crime shocked the local community and prompted an intense investigation by the Chicago Police Department.

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Man Charged With Killing Woman, 5-Year-Old Boy In June

Mother, Young Son Found Shot To Death in Chicago

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Sterling Sims

Case from Chicago, IL dated Jun 28, 2013

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