Eric Markeith Shaw Jr., 23, was killed on February 20, 2020, in the Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago. Shaw was walking out of a home in the 2900 block of West Harrison Street around 3 p.m. when an unknown assailant approached and opened fire. He was struck twice and taken to Mount Sinai Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The Chicago Police and the Cook County medical examiner’s office confirmed the shooting.

Area North detectives continue to investigate. No arrests have been announced and no suspects are publicly identified, leaving many questions about motive and opportunity unanswered. Anyone with information that could help investigators is asked to contact authorities. If anyone knew Eric, was in the area that afternoon, or has information about this shooting, please come forward to assist the investigation.