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Fabian Ortega

Case from Chicago, IL dated Dec 25, 2016

Victim Details

Fabian Ortega

March 28, 2022

Male

Hispanic / Latino

Chicago

IL

2016-12-25

18

Fabian

Ortega

07/26/2026

1


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Fabian Ortega, an 18-year-old resident of Chicago, was shot and killed on December 25, 2016, during a violent Christmas weekend that underscored the challenges facing the city. His death occurred in Gage Park, a neighborhood known for its struggles with gang activity and gun violence. Fabian was a former student of Bogan High School, and his loss highlighted the devastating impact of gun violence on young lives across Chicago's neighborhoods.

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  • Man shot to death in Gage Park - Chicago Sun-Times
  • Fabian Ortega, age 18 - National Gun Violence Memorial
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