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Clinton Smith

Case from Chicago, IL dated Oct 17, 2012

Victim Details

Clinton Smith

March 28, 2022

Male

African-American / Black

Chicago

IL

2012-10-17

39

Clinton

Smith

07/23/2026


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Clinton Smith, aged 39, was shot and killed on October 17, 2012, in Chicago, Illinois. The incident took place on Chicago's West Side, in an area that has experienced significant issues with gun violence. Smith was found with multiple gunshot wounds, and despite efforts by emergency responders, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

2012 was a particularly violent year for Chicago, with the city seeing over 500 homicides, which marked a substantial increase in violent crime compared to pr ...
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  • Man Shot, Killed After Argument on His Porch - NBC Chicago
  • Man Shot Dead After Confrontation Outside Home - CBS Chicago
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