Darryl Willis, a 56-year-old African American man, was killed in a drive-by shooting in the University Village neighborhood of Chicago on August 9, 2021. The shooting happened about 11:10 p.m. while Willis and a 24-year-old man were standing outside with others in the 1300 block of West 13th Street. Two people in a passing black Hyundai Elantra opened fire; Willis was struck in the head and pronounced dead at the scene. An autopsy confirmed his death as a homicide.

The younger man was shot in the stomach and arm, taken to UIC Hospital in serious condition, and—according to reports—had a concealed carry license and returned fire, though it was unclear if he hit the attackers. The shooters’ vehicle later crashed into a parked car and the suspects fled on foot. No arrests had been made and the investigation remained open; police reviewed surveillance footage, interviewed witnesses and analyzed ballistic evidence. If anyone knew Willis or saw activity near West 13th Street that night, please share information that could help solve this case.