Deshawn Fletcher, 25, was fatally shot on October 13, 2020, in the South Shore neighborhood of Chicago. The shooting happened around 6:15 p.m. in the 7000 block of South South Shore Drive when someone opened fire and Fletcher was struck in the abdomen. He was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center in critical condition and died on October 15, 2020. An autopsy found anoxic brain injury from multiple gunshot wounds, and the death was ruled a homicide.

Area One detectives are handling the investigation. As of the latest update, no arrests have been made and authorities have not released information on suspects or a motive. Investigators report a lack of witnesses and concrete leads, which has hindered progress. Fletcher’s family and friends continue to seek justice; if anyone saw the shooting or has relevant information, please come forward.