John Pena-Alvarez was a 16-year-old Hispanic male from Chicago who was shot and killed on October 28, 2018. The shooting happened in the Little Village neighborhood at about 2:15 a.m.; he was shot twice and taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center, where he died.

John’s personal circumstances were noted as particularly sad: he had lost his mother and was estranged from his father, and he moved between houses. He was remembered for spreading goodwill and respect. Police opened an investigation into the shooting, but details about suspects or arrests were not provided.

The case underscored ongoing concerns about youth gun violence in Chicago and prompted community efforts aimed at prevention. If anyone knew John, saw him the night of October 28, 2018, or has information about this homicide, please come forward to help his family and the investigation.