Joaquin Clara, 51, was found dead on August 24, 2017, in Chicago’s Belmont Cragin neighborhood. Clara, described as homeless, was beaten to death in the 5900 block of West Fullerton Avenue around 9 p.m. Police reports say two men later were charged after a brutal assault that caused fatal injuries; arrests followed a community tip-off and officers responded quickly.

The case was cited as an example of violence against vulnerable people living without stable housing, and Clara’s death was one of several homicides recorded in the neighborhood that year. Community organizations continued efforts to assist the homeless, but attacks like this highlighted the risks faced by people on the streets.

If anyone knew Joaquin Clara or has information about what happened that night, please share details with investigators.