Edward James, 22, was shot and killed on April 15, 2019, in the 4700 block of Main Street in Skokie, Illinois. A college student at East-West University studying engineering and the oldest of five siblings, he was returning home from work when shots were fired at about 8:45 p.m. Police found him with multiple gunshot wounds; he later died at the hospital.

Surveillance footage from the scene shows at least two people fleeing, and investigators say Edward appears to have been targeted though a motive has not been established. His family described him as focused on school and work and without enemies. A community vigil was held and police have released footage seeking help identifying the suspects.

The investigation remains open. If anyone has information about who was involved or saw activity in the 4700 block of Main Street that night, please contact the Skokie Police Department.