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Jhalil Shands

Case from Philadelphia, PA dated Apr 05, 2021

Victim Details

Jhalil Shands

Male

Black / African American

Philadelphia

PA

2021-04-05

25

Jhalil

Shands

06/21/2026

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Jhalil Shands, a 25-year-old Black male, tragically lost his life on April 5, 2021, in Philadelphia, PA. He was shot multiple times in the chest while walking with his girlfriend on the 300 block of Chestnut Street in Old City. According to police reports, four men exited a van and fired at least 27 shots, targeting Shands. Despite immediate medical attention, Shands was pronounced dead at the scene.

The incident occurred around 9:30 p.m., and the van involved was described as having Mary ...
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  • 25-Year-Old Jhalil Shands Killed By Barrage Of Gunfire In Old City, Philadelphia Police Say
  • NBC10 Philadelphia: Man Gunned Down in Firestorm of Bullets Near Old City Philadelphia Restaurants
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