Donavon Allen, a 19-year-old African American male, was killed on May 18, 2019, in Chicago’s Englewood neighborhood. He was found with multiple gunshot wounds; his death was classified as a homicide and investigated by the Chicago Police Department.

Investigators reported early challenges: there were no immediate arrests, witnesses were reluctant to come forward, and fear of retaliation hindered progress. Several persons of interest were later identified and questioned, but authorities did not develop the concrete evidence needed to make arrests. As of the last noted developments, the case remained open and had not moved to formal litigation.

Donavon’s family and community were left without closure. If anyone has information that could assist investigators, please share what is known with the Chicago Police Department.