Rodney King

Murdered

Rodney King, age 24, was fatally shot on September 21, 2008, in Chicago, Illinois. The homicide occurred during a time when Chicago faced high levels of gun violence, with numerous young individuals becoming victims of shootings, particularly in neighborhoods that struggled with persistent crime and socio-economic challenges. King's death was one of the many homicides that year, reflecting the continued difficulties the city experienced in curbing violence, especially in areas with a strong pres ...Read More

Man shot to death on South Side - Chicago Tribune

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