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Martez Benton

Case from Chicago, IL dated Sep 03, 2011

Victim Details

Martez Benton

March 28, 2022

Male

African-American / Black

Chicago

IL

2011-09-03

33

Martez

Benton

06/24/2026


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Martez Benton, aged 33, was killed on September 3, 2011, in Chicago, Illinois. The incident took place during a period when Chicago experienced a significant level of violence, with 433 recorded homicides that year. Martez Benton’s death occurred at a lounge in Chicago, where an argument broke out leading to a fatal confrontation. Reports suggest that a dispute may have escalated over a minor incident, reflecting the types of conflicts that often resulted in gun violence during this period. ...
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  • 2 killed, 2 injured in overnight shootings - Chicago Tribune
  • UPDATED: 8 Killed In Holiday Weekend Violence - CBS Chicago

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