Zaire D Benjamin

Death by Force

Zaire D. Benjamin, an 18-year-old from Chicago, was fatally shot on July 27, 2017. His death occurred during a particularly violent year in Chicago, which experienced numerous homicides driven largely by gun violence. Zaire’s death was among many incidents that highlighted the struggle of the city to address the rising tide of youth violence. The details of his case were recorded in the Chicago Police Department's crime data, reflecting the growing concern over the increasing number of adolesc ...Read More