Joseph Vela

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Case Description
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On November 29, 2015, 30-year-old Joseph Vela was shot and killed in Chicago, Illinois. The incident occurred in a year when Chicago was experiencing heightened levels of gun violence. Vela's death was part of the grim reality faced by many communities across the city, where violent crime remained a significant issue.

Joseph Vela’s homicide, like many others, highlights the ongoing challenge that Chicago faces in controlling gun-related violence, which often disproportionately affects ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Joseph Vela

    March 28, 2022

    Male

    Hispanic / Latino

    Chicago

    IL

    2015-11-29

    30

    Joseph

    Vela

    10/24/2024


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    Forum Posts (2)
    Does anyone know if there was a memorial held for Joseph? I would like to pay my respects if there w... ...Read More
    07/16/2024
    My thoughts and prayers are with the victim and their family during this difficult time. May they fi... ...Read More
    02/09/2023