Michael Fernandez, age 19, was fatally shot on January 14, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois. His homicide took place during a time of high gun violence across the city, which was struggling with ongoing crime, especially in certain neighborhoods known for gang activity and limited access to community resources. His death was one of several that occurred during the early months of 2016, contributing to a particularly violent period for the city.
Fernandez's murder reflects broader patterns in
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