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Vigil Wednesday For Suburban Illinois Boy Killed In Alleged Hate Crime

We are told the father of 6-year-old Wadee Al Fayoumi will attend the service and has requested a moment of prayer and remembrance.

(CBS Chicago)

January 3, 2024

CHICAGO (CBS)-- A memorial service Wednesday morning will honor the 6-year-old Palestinian American boy from Plainfield who was killed in an apparent hate crime.

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This vigil will take place right before the boy's accused killer will head to court.

We are told the father of 6-year-old Wadee Al Fayoumi will attend the service and has requested a moment of prayer and remembrance.

Find out what's happening in Plainfieldfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

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