Juan A Vazquez

Juan A. Vazquez, a 35-year-old man from Chicago, was killed on December 31, 2016, amidst a particularly violent year for the city. The homicide of Vazquez occurred during a time when Chicago was experiencing a significant increase in homicides, primarily driven by gun violence. In 2016, Chicago reported over 760 homicides, which represented a sharp increase compared to previous years. This surge was attributed to a combination of reduced proactive policing, particularly the decline in stop-and-f ...