William Smith

Murdered

William Smith, aged 24, was fatally shot on March 11, 2016, in Chicago. Smith's death took place during a time when Chicago was experiencing a dramatic increase in gun violence. In 2016, the city faced one of its most violent years in nearly two decades, with over 750 homicides recorded. This spike in homicides was largely attributed to a combination of factors, including changes in law enforcement practices, gang dynamics, and community tension following high-profile incidents involving police ...Read More

William C. Smith, age 45 - National Gun Violence Memorial

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