On June 8, 2016, Lewis Johnson, an 18-year-old from Chicago, was shot and killed in what became one of the many tragedies during one of the city’s most violent years in recent history. The incident occurred in West Englewood, a neighborhood that was particularly affected by gun violence. Lewis was shot while on the street, a victim of an environment plagued by gang activity and escalating conflicts. His death underscored the challenges faced by young people in Chicago, where systemic issues li
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