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Joaquin Clara

Case from Chicago, IL dated Aug 24, 2017

Victim Details

Joaquin Clara

March 28, 2022

Male

African-American / Black

Chicago

IL

2017-08-24

51

Joaquin

Clara

Yes

07/08/2026


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Joaquin Clara, aged 51, was found dead on August 24, 2017, in Chicago, Illinois. Clara was a homeless man who was beaten to death in the Belmont Cragin neighborhood. The incident occurred in the 5900 block of West Fullerton Avenue around 9 p.m. Two men were later charged in connection with his death, with police reports indicating that the suspects brutally assaulted Clara, resulting in fatal injuries. This tragic case highlighted ongoing issues with violence against vulnerable populations, part ...
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