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On May 20, 2008, Maratta Walker, aged 45, was found dead in a hotel room in Chicago. Her death was the result of an altercation, and Edward Gibson was subsequently charged with her murder. Walker had a history of struggles that included mental health issues, substance abuse, and frequent interactions with the criminal justice system. Her complex circumstances shed light on the challenges faced by individuals dealing with severe psychiatric conditions and substance dependency, and they highlighte ...Read More
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Maratta Walker
March 28, 2022
Female
African-American / Black
Chicago
IL
2008-05-20
45
Maratta
Walker
Yes
11/12/2025
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I still can't get over how the system failed Maratta Walker. It's absolutely baffli... ...Read More
11/05/2024
I still can't get over how the system failed Maratta Walker. It's absolutely baffli... ...Read More
11/05/2024
I’ve been thinking a lot about the role that places like Somerset Place played in Maratta Walkerâ€... ...Read More
07/07/2024
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