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Melvin Cook

Case from Chicago, IL dated Jun 17, 2016

Victim Details

Melvin Cook

March 28, 2022

Male

African-American / Black

Chicago

IL

2016-06-17

16

Melvin

Cook

07/08/2026

1


Area Body Found:

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Melvin Cook, a 16-year-old, was shot and killed on June 17, 2016, in the West Englewood neighborhood of Chicago. Melvin was standing in an alley when he was approached by someone who opened fire, striking him multiple times. He was later pronounced dead at the hospital. The shooting took place during a particularly violent weekend in Chicago, with numerous shootings reported across the city.

Melvin was described by those close to him as funny and always full of life. He was loved by his ...
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  • 16-year-old boy shot to death in West Englewood
  • 4 killed in 7 hours overnight: 'It's all around me' - Chicago Tribune
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