William McGee, an 18-year-old senior at Excel Academy, was fatally shot on November 11, 2021, during a carjacking in the Pullman neighborhood on Chicago’s South Side. The attack happened around 2 p.m. near the 900 block of East 98th Street while McGee sat in his silver Chevy Equinox. He was shot in the back as he attempted to flee and died at the scene.

Investigators say the incident was a planned robbery. Federal authorities arrested 20-year-old Deandre Norels Jr., charging him in federal court with counts that include using a firearm to cause a murder, using a firearm during a crime of violence, conspiracy to commit robbery, and robbery. Norels has pleaded not guilty and is detained pending trial. McGee’s family described him as bright and loving; the neighborhood held vigils and memorials.

If anyone saw the carjacking or has information about the events near East 98th Street that afternoon, please come forward to assist the investigation.