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Benjamin Lopez

Case from Chicago, IL dated Jan 15, 2023

Victim Details

Benjamin Lopez

Male

Hispanic / Latino

Chicago

IL

2023-01-15

18

Benjamin

Lopez

07/15/2026

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Benjamin Luis Lopez, born on August 17, 2004, in Chicago, Illinois, was the son of Luis and Angela Lopez and the brother of Ally and Emma. He grew up on the north side of Chicago, attending Waters Elementary from kindergarten to eighth grade and later Amundsen High School. Despite being diagnosed with Autoimmune Hepatitis (AIH) at an early age, Ben remained committed to his education and extracurricular activities. He faced significant challenges during his senior year but found support through ...
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  • Chicago Sun-Times: Teenager killed in West Rogers Park shooting
  • FOX 32 Chicago: West Rogers Park shooting leaves man dead
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