Deon Williams was a 13-year-old boy shot and killed on March 9, 2019, in the Englewood neighborhood of Chicago. He was in his sister’s bedroom when a 14-year-old friend fired a loaded gun; family accounts say the friend had first pointed the weapon at Deon’s 10-year-old niece before turning it on Deon. Deon’s family initially described him as a good kid who was still learning and growing.

The 14-year-old was arrested and charged with involuntary manslaughter and aggravated unlawful use of a weapon; the juvenile received three years probation. Deon’s parents, who at first forgave the boy, later said they were frustrated after learning Deon had been shot in the back. The family also reported being threatened and having their home shot at twice during the aftermath, and Deon’s father, Donald Williams, pushed for stricter juvenile sentences in gun cases.

Does anyone have additional information about Deon’s case or knew him and can share memories or details that might help understand what happened?