Angel Maldenado was 17 when he was shot and killed while riding his bike in Chicago’s Back of the Yards neighborhood on September 12, 2018. Known to friends as Shorty and Sosa, he was remembered for helping neighbors and often stopping to assist people with groceries. Reports say bullets struck him and threw him off his bicycle.

No arrests or suspects have been identified in the case, and the investigation remains unsolved. Family and friends held a memorial where blue and white balloons were released; they also faced funeral expenses and continue to seek justice for Angel. Few other case details are available.

If anyone knew Angel, saw him that day, or has information about what happened in Back of the Yards on September 12, 2018, please come forward.