Kevin Change, 32, of Chicago was shot dead on March 17, 2022, in the Humboldt Park neighborhood. The shooting occurred around 2 p.m. in the 900 block of North St. Louis Avenue after a heated argument over narcotics sales with 46-year-old Pretice Phillips of Glen Ellyn. Prosecutors say Phillips warned Change, retrieved a handgun from a white Acura SUV and opened fire; Change was struck multiple times, fell, and was later pronounced dead at Stroger Hospital.

Surveillance cameras reportedly captured the incident and audio of the warnings. Phillips’ parole officer identified him from the footage; Phillips was on parole at the time for a prior armed habitual criminal conviction and was charged with first-degree murder and held without bail. Defense counsel argued the video was unclear and suggested Change may have been armed, but prosecutors contend multiple camera angles show no weapon on Change.

Anyone who saw activity in the 900 block of North St. Louis Avenue on March 17, 2022, or has information about this shooting is asked to come forward.