Joel Smith

Murdered

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Case Description
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On August 11, 2008, Joel Smith, age 31, was fatally shot in Chicago as part of a series of violent incidents that marked the summer of that year. The incident occurred amid a city-wide spike in gun violence, which saw an alarming number of shootings during that period. Chicago experienced significant challenges in combating gun-related crimes, and Smith's death was one of several homicides that weekend, reflecting the city's struggle to maintain safety in numerous neighborhoods.

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Victim Details

Joel Smith

February 21, 2022

Chicago

IL

2008-08-11

31

Joel

Smith

10/24/2024


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Forum Posts (3)
The victim, Joel Smith, was a 31-year-old null null at the time of their disappearance. They were la... ...Read More
03/02/2024
Has anyone heard any updates on the Joel Smith case recently? I've been following the story closely ... ...Read More
02/27/2024
Has there been a candlelight vigil organized for Joel yet? I think it would be a beautiful way to ho... ...Read More
09/02/2023