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Miguel Diaz

Death by Force
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Miguel Diaz, age 28, was fatally shot on August 1, 2016, in Chicago's West Lawn neighborhood. The tragic incident took place during one of the city's deadliest months, as August 2016 saw a surge in homicides, marking the most violent month Chicago had experienced in two decades. Miguel was among over 80 people killed that month, contributing to a grim year for the city in which the total homicide count exceeded 760. This surge in violence left many communities grappling with loss and uncertainty ...Read More
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  • Man dies after West Lawn shooting - Chicago Sun-Times
  • Miguel Diaz, 28, Shot Dead In Chicago Lawn, Officials Say
    • Victim Details

    Miguel Diaz

    March 28, 2022

    Male

    Hispanic / Latino

    Chicago

    IL

    2016-08-01

    28

    Miguel

    Diaz

    11/12/2025

    1


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