Braylon Walker was 21 and from Rock Island, Illinois, when he was shot and killed just after midnight on July 22, 2022. Officers from the Rock Island Police Department found him with gunshot wounds in the 1400 block of 8th Street; he was taken to UnityPoint Trinity Hospital and later died. The Rock Island County Coroner confirmed his identity and ordered an autopsy.

The Rock Island Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division is leading an active investigation. As of the latest update, no arrests have been announced and no suspects have been publicly identified. Police have asked anyone with information to come forward.

Braylon’s family and community have been left grieving and seeking answers. If anyone saw or heard anything around 1400 block of 8th Street near midnight on July 22, 2022, please contact the Rock Island Police Department with information.