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Shannon Clay

Case from Chicago, IL dated Jul 23, 2012

Victim Details

Shannon Clay

March 28, 2022

Male

African-American / Black

Chicago

IL

2012-07-23

40

Shannon

Clay

07/01/2026


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Shannon Clay, age 40, was fatally shot on July 23, 2012, in the West Garfield Park neighborhood of Chicago. He was killed while in a vehicle, reflecting a violent trend that was particularly evident in Chicago during 2012. The city experienced an increase in homicides that year, with over 500 murders recorded, making it one of the deadliest years in recent memory. This surge in violence occurred largely in areas struggling with deep economic challenges, including West Garfield Park, which has co ...
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