Sam Johnson Murdered in Chicago, Illinois age 19

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Sam Johnson, aged 19, was fatally shot on June 18, 2015, in the Uptown neighborhood of Chicago. The shooting occurred as part of an ongoing wave of violence that has impacted many neighborhoods across Chicago, particularly those struggling with gang activity and economic disparities. Johnson's death is one of many tragic incidents that year, marking a particularly challenging period for the city.

The homicide took place in a community already experiencing significant tension due to high ...Read More

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name

Sam Johnson

Case Added

March 28, 2022

gender

Male

race

African-American / Black

city

Chicago

state

IL

Date Found

2015-06-18

Age at Death

19

First Name

Sam

Last Name

Johnson

Last Updated

10/24/2024

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Sam Johnson
Murdered

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