Donnell Smith

Death by Force

Donnell Smith, aged 50, was fatally shot on June 10, 2012, in Chicago, Illinois. His death occurred amidst a surge in homicides during that year, which saw a sharp rise compared to previous years. The year 2012 ended with a total of 506 homicides in Chicago, a significant increase of 71 over the previous year. Experts attributed part of this spike to unseasonably warm weather, which was believed to exacerbate crime rates, as well as the disbanding of specialized police units that previously targ ...Read More

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