Avion D. Givens, a 27-year-old African American man, was shot and killed on December 13, 2021, in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood of Chicago. The shooting happened around 1:50 p.m. on the sidewalk in the 6400 block of South King Drive after Avion became involved in a physical altercation with another male. During the fight the other man produced a gun and shot Avion multiple times in the body. He was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center and was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.

Chicago police and the Cook County medical examiner confirmed the shooting. No arrests were made immediately and the shooter’s identity remained unknown, leaving the investigation open. If anyone saw the altercation or has information about who was involved, please share what is known with investigators. Please contact authorities if there are tips.