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Jason Edwards

Case from Chicago, IL dated Jun 23, 2008

Victim Details

Jason Edwards

March 28, 2022

Male

African-American / Black

Chicago

IL

2008-06-23

17

Jason

Edwards

06/30/2026


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Jason Edwards, a 17-year-old male, was fatally shot on June 23, 2008, in Chicago. His tragic death occurred amidst a wave of gun violence that plagued the city, particularly affecting young individuals in high-crime areas. Edwards' death added to the growing number of homicides in Chicago, where gun-related crimes were on the rise, especially during the summer months.

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  • 1 killed, 3 wounded in drive-by shooting - Chicago Tribune
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