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Louis W Chamness

Death by Force
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Louis W. Chamness, aged 21, was fatally shot on June 9, 2017, in the Belmont Central neighborhood on the northwest side of Chicago. At the time of the incident, Chamness was driving in the 5700 block of West Belden Avenue when he was targeted by individuals in a dark-colored vehicle. Shots were fired at Chamness, who was pronounced dead soon afterward. The shooting appeared to be deliberate, though the exact motives were not immediately clear.

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  • 21-year-old man fatally shot in Belmont Central - Chicago Sun-Times
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    Louis W Chamness

    March 28, 2022

    Male

    Caucasian / White

    Chicago

    IL

    2017-06-09

    21

    Louis W

    Chamness

    11/10/2025

    1


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