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James Hale

Case from Chicago, IL dated Apr 15, 2007

Victim Details

James Hale

March 28, 2022

Male

African-American / Black

Chicago

IL

2007-04-15

33

James

Hale

07/17/2026


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On April 15, 2007, 33-year-old James Hale was fatally shot in Chicago. The incident occurred in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood, a part of the city that has historically experienced high rates of violence. James was targeted in a drive-by shooting while standing outside, and he sustained multiple gunshot wounds. Despite efforts to save him, he was pronounced dead shortly afterward.

This tragic event was part of a broader pattern of gun violence that plagued Chicago in the mid-20 ...
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  • People v. Hale - Illinois - Case Law - VLEX 889784689
  • DEFENSE HITS PLOT TO SLAY GIRL'S DAD - Chicago Tribune

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