Demetrius Griffin

Murdered
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On October 12, 2016, Demetrius Griffin Jr., a 15-year-old high school student, was found dead in a garbage can in Chicago's Austin neighborhood. His body was severely burned, and an autopsy revealed that he had been alive when the fire was started. The incident occurred after Demetrius did not return home on time, leading his family to fear the worst. Authorities ruled the death a homicide but have been unable to identify any suspects. His family has raised questions about whether his death was ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Demetrius Griffin

    March 28, 2022

    Male

    African-American / Black

    Chicago

    IL

    2016-10-12

    15

    Demetrius

    Griffin

    10/23/2024


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