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Earl James Dantzler

Case from Gary, IN dated Apr 16, 2019

Victim Details

Earl James Dantzler

Male

Gary

IN

2019-04-16

32

Earl

James Dantzler

07/18/2026

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In the spring of 2019, the life of Earl James Dantzler, a 32-year-old man, was tragically cut short in Gary, Indiana. On April 16th, Dantzler was discovered in the 6000 block of West 36th Avenue, the victim of a fatal shooting. The Lake County Coroner's Office later confirmed that he had succumbed to multiple gunshot wounds.

The Gary Police Department opened an investigation into the homicide. Despite their efforts, information regarding any potential suspects or arrests in connection wit ...
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  • Chicago Sun-Times: Man found fatally shot in Gary yard
  • Earl Dantzler Honey Boy Obituary | Apr 16, 2019 | Gary, IN
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