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Alejandro Morales

Case from Chicago, IL dated Oct 19, 2016

Victim Details

Alejandro Morales

March 28, 2022

Male

Hispanic / Latino

Chicago

IL

2016-10-19

39

Alejandro

Morales

07/23/2026

1


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On October 19, 2016, Alejandro Morales, a 39-year-old Hispanic male, was fatally shot in the Back of the Yards neighborhood on Chicago’s South Side. The incident occurred in the evening hours, and Morales was pronounced dead at the scene. He was known in his community as a dedicated community activist and mentor, remembered for his efforts to uplift and support local youth.

The circumstances surrounding the shooting were not immediately clear, and details about the motive or potential ...
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  • Man shot dead in Back of the Yards - Chicago Sun-Times
  • Alejandro Morales, age 39 - National Gun Violence Memorial
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