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Joey Torres

Case from Rockford, IL dated Jul 02, 2023

Victim Details

Joey Torres

Male

Rockford

IL

2023-07-02

14

Joey

Torres

Yes

07/10/2026

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On July 2, 2023, Joey Torres, a 14-year-old from Rockford, Illinois, lost his life to gun violence. He was one of two brothers who were victims of the same incident; his brother, Jorge Torres, 17, was also killed. Jorge was pronounced dead at the scene, while Joey succumbed to his injuries at a local hospital.

The incident led to the arrest of Liberty Powers, an 18-year-old, who was charged in connection with the murders. Powers was specifically charged with Felony Obstruction of Justic ...
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  • MyStateline.com: Families of teen shooting victims hold rally at downtown Rockford intersection
  • WREX: Family protests youth gun violence for a second day in Rockford
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    I’ve been following the case of Joey and Jorge Torres, and I just can’t stop thinking about the ... ...Read More
    12/15/2024
    I came across the Torres brothers’ case again today, and I can't stop thinking about how utterly d... ...Read More
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    I’ve been following the heartbreaking case of Joey and Jorge Torres, and it’s so incredibly sad ... ...Read More
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