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Martin Tejeda

Case from Chicago, IL dated Jul 12, 2012

Victim Details

Martin Tejeda

March 28, 2022

Male

Hispanic / Latino

Chicago

IL

2012-07-12

16

Martin

Tejeda

06/27/2026


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Martin Tejeda, a 16-year-old boy from Chicago, Illinois, was killed on July 12, 2012, in what appeared to be a gang-related shooting. On that day, two unidentified gunmen approached from behind a tree and opened fire, catching Tejeda and a 15-year-old friend off guard. As they tried to flee, Martin Tejeda was fatally shot, while his friend managed to survive the attack. The incident took place during a time when violence was especially rampant in certain areas of Chicago, contributing to the ris ...
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