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Roy Gill

Case from Chicago, IL dated Dec 25, 2016

Victim Details

Roy Gill

March 28, 2022

Male

African-American / Black

Chicago

IL

2016-12-25

21

Roy

Gill

07/15/2026

1


Area Body Found:

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Roy Gill, aged 21, was tragically killed in a shooting on December 25, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois. The incident occurred during a Christmas gathering, turning what should have been a festive celebration into a scene of grief. Roy was shot alongside his brother, James Gill, age 18. The shooting, which took place in the Englewood neighborhood, resulted in the death of both brothers while others at the gathering sustained injuries. The brothers were sitting on a porch when multiple assailants opene ...
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  • Roy Gill, age 21 - National Gun Violence Memorial
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