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Antoine Smith

Case from Chicago, IL dated Oct 01, 2024

Victim Details

Antoine Smith

Male

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

2024-10-01

17

Antoine

Smith

07/05/2026

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On October 1, 2024, 17-year-old Antoine Smith Jr., also known as “TJ” or “Lil Ghost,” was shot and killed in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. The incident occurred late in the evening near the intersection of 78th Street and Ashland Avenue.

Chicago Police responded to reports of gunfire and a person shot, finding Antoine suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was rushed to the University of Chicago Hospital, where he was pronounced dead upon arrival. ...
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  • Chicago Sun-Times: Police seek gunman in Auburn Gresham fatal shooting
  • Antoine Smith Jr - 2024 - Leak and Sons Funeral Homes
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    I just can't stop thinking about the vehicle involved in TJ's case. It's terrifying to consider that... ...Read More
    11/07/2024
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    I've been following the story of Antoine “Lil Ghost” Smith Jr., and I keep comi... ...Read More
    11/02/2024
    I’ve been following the tragic story of Antoine Smith Jr., and I can't help but think about how yo... ...Read More
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