Dionte Land was 24 when he was fatally shot on February 19, 2018, while walking in the North Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago. Reports say he was struck multiple times; witnesses heard gunfire and saw a vehicle speed away from the scene. No arrests were made immediately after the shooting, and investigators encountered limited cooperation from potential witnesses.

In the months after the killing, several suspects were identified but authorities did not develop concrete evidence tying them to the crime. The investigation remained open as detectives continued to pursue leads. Dionte’s family also filed a lawsuit against the city of Chicago, alleging that inadequate policing and unchecked neighborhood violence contributed to his death and seeking accountability and reforms.

Anyone who knew Dionte, saw the shooting, or has information that could help the investigation is asked to come forward.