Travis Watts, 17, was shot and killed on December 17, 2021, in the 11100 block of South Doty Avenue in the Pullman neighborhood on Chicago’s Far South Side. He and his 14-year-old brother were walking when an unknown assailant approached and opened fire. The younger brother was wounded in the wrist and managed to flag down two police officers and lead them to the scene, where officers found Travis critically injured. He was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center and later died of his wounds.

Investigators described the shooting as likely targeted, but the motive has not been determined. The Chicago Police Department has made no arrests; investigators say a shortage of witnesses and concrete evidence has hindered progress. The Watts family has taken part in community meetings and vigils calling for justice and greater neighborhood safety. The investigation remains open and detectives continue to seek leads.

If anyone saw the shooting or has information about who targeted Travis, please share what is known with investigators.