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Mike Whitford

Case from Chicago, IL dated Jul 14, 2017

Victim Details

Mike Whitford

March 28, 2022

Male

Caucasian / White

Chicago

IL

2017-07-14

49

Mike

Whitford

Yes

07/12/2026

1


Area Body Found:

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On July 14, 2017, Mike Whitford, aged 49, was tragically shot and killed in Chicago, Illinois. The shooting was part of an incident involving Ralph Mendez, Jr., a member of the Latin Dragon Nation street gang. Mendez, Jr., and others targeted individuals whom they suspected were rival gang members or associates. During the attack, Mendez fired more than 15 shots, resulting in the death of Mike Whitford and injuries to another victim, who was shot in the neck.

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