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Omar Gonzalez

Case from Chicago, IL dated Oct 27, 2011

Victim Details

Omar Gonzalez

March 28, 2022

Male

Hispanic / Latino

Chicago

IL

2011-10-27

21

Omar

Gonzalez

07/13/2026


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Omar Gonzalez, aged 21, was shot and killed on October 27, 2011, in Chicago. The incident occurred amidst ongoing challenges of violence in the city, which had been experiencing high levels of gun violence and homicides. The year 2011 was particularly marked by numerous violent crimes across different neighborhoods in Chicago, with Omar’s death contributing to a worrying trend.

The homicide took place in the early hours, as part of a violent altercation. Omar's death occurred in the H ...
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  • Man shot dead near his home - Chicago Tribune
  • Omar J. Gonzalez (1984-2011) - Find a Grave Memorial
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    I've been following the case of Omar Gonzalez, and it just struck me how deeply intertwined his stor... ...Read More
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