Nazia Banks

Death by Force

Twelve-year-old Nazia Banks, a young African American boy, was tragically shot and killed on May 19, 2012, in Chicago’s South Side. The incident occurred in the 8000 block of South Brandon Avenue as Nazia was walking home. According to reports, two unknown suspects emerged from a gangway and opened fire, striking Nazia in the head. He died at the scene. The shooting sent shockwaves through the neighborhood, as residents mourned the loss of a child known for his love of basketball and his ever- ...Read More

Boy, 12, gunned down on South Side - Chicago Tribune

Man Charged With In 2012 Murder Of 12-Year-Old - CBS Chicago

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