Derrius Lares

Murdered
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Derrius Lares, aged 22, was shot and killed on January 23, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois. The incident took place during a year when Chicago experienced a dramatic spike in homicides, with over 750 people being killed throughout the year—one of the highest annual homicide rates in the city's recent history. This spike was attributed to a variety of complex factors including changes in gang dynamics, a reduction in proactive policing measures like stop and frisks, and strained community relationsh ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Derrius Lares

    March 28, 2022

    Male

    African-American / Black

    Chicago

    IL

    2016-01-23

    22

    Derrius

    Lares

    10/23/2024

    1


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    I am absolutely devastated to hear about the tragic news of Derrius' murder. He was a kind soul who ... ...Read More
    04/14/2024
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