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James Bush

Case from Chicago, IL dated Apr 01, 2008

Victim Details

James Bush

March 28, 2022

Male

African-American / Black

Chicago

IL

2008-04-01

18

James

Bush

06/29/2026


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On April 1, 2008, 18-year-old James Bush was tragically killed in Chicago. The incident occurred in the Morgan Park neighborhood, where James was shot while standing on a sidewalk. He succumbed to his injuries shortly after the shooting, adding to the city's ongoing gun violence crisis during that period.

This incident is one among many that highlight the persistent violence affecting Chicago, particularly in neighborhoods like Morgan Park. The circumstances surrounding his death remain ...
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  • South Side teen slain before his big move - Chicago Tribune
  • Security increased at S. Side school after 2 shootings | ABC7 Chicago
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    I've been thinking a lot about James Bush lately, and it's just so hard to imagine what his family m... ...Read More
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