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Arnie Graves

Case from Chicago, IL dated Jun 21, 2007

Victim Details

Arnie Graves

March 28, 2022

Male

African-American / Black

Chicago

IL

2007-06-21

40

Arnie

Graves

Yes

07/23/2026

1


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Arnie Graves, age 40, was killed on June 21, 2007, in Chicago, Illinois. His death was one of several tragic events connected to a broader crime spree that began with the theft of Graves’ vehicle. After the murder, two suspects used his car to evade a traffic stop by an Illinois State Trooper, which escalated into a series of violent crimes across Central Illinois. This spree included a home invasion, a bank hostage situation, and ultimately led to the murder of Chief Deputy Tommy Martin. Mont ...
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  • Midwest Murders - Part 1: Arnie Graves - True Crime Takedown
  • Standoff, death may be linked - Chicago Tribune
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