Vernon Leon Clay, a 42-year-old African American man, was fatally shot on April 23, 2022, on a sidewalk in the 7100 block of South Lowe Avenue in Chicago’s West Englewood neighborhood. The shooting happened in the early hours and despite emergency responders’ efforts, Vernon died of his injuries.

Investigators determined Vernon was not the intended target and that his death resulted from mistaken identity. Vernon’s family and local groups have held vigils and asked witnesses to come forward.

If anyone was in the area of South Lowe Avenue on April 23, 2022, or has information about this shooting, please share what is known with investigators.