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Dontrell Donte Marquis Cortez

Case from Elgin, IL dated Oct 20, 2023

Victim Details

Dontrell Donte Marquis Cortez

Male

Black / African American

Elgin

IL

2023-10-20

25

Dontrell

Donte Marquis Cortez

07/08/2026

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Dontrell "Donte" Marquis Cortez Williams, a 25-year-old resident of Elgin, Illinois, lost his life to gun violence on October 20, 2023. The incident occurred in Elgin, a city located in Kane and Cook counties in the state of Illinois.

As of the current date, there is no available information regarding the identity of any suspects, arrests, or the status of the investigation into his death. The case remains unsolved, with no public updates on whether any individuals have been apprehended ...
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  • Lifalog: Dontrell Marquis Cortez Williams Obituary - Chicago
  • FOX 32 Chicago: Death investigation underway after man found with gunshot wound in Elgin
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