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Michael Rocha

Case from Chicago, IL dated Jan 04, 2008

Victim Details

Michael Rocha

March 28, 2022

Male

Hispanic / Latino

Chicago

IL

2008-01-04

19

Michael

Rocha

07/20/2026


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Michael Rocha, a 19-year-old from Chicago, was tragically killed on January 4, 2008. He was shot in what was described as a senseless act of violence, adding to the already concerning homicide statistics for the city in that year. Rocha's death took place during a period when Chicago was struggling with an uptick in violent crime, with the city experiencing over 500 homicides in 2008—a statistic that deeply alarmed local communities and authorities.

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  • Teen, woman killed in 2 separate incidents - Chicago Tribune
  • Michael Rocha Obituary (2008) - Chicago

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