Larenzo Smith was a 15-year-old boy shot to death on February 19, 2018, in the Chatham neighborhood on Chicago’s South Side. He was walking with a 19-year-old woman when an unknown assailant approached and opened fire. Larenzo was struck and later pronounced dead at Comer Children’s Hospital. The woman was shot in the hip, taken to an Oak Lawn hospital, and reported in stable condition.

Described by family and friends as joyful and positive and passionate about boxing, Larenzo’s death left a deep impact on his community. As of reporting, no arrests have been announced and police have not identified suspects, leaving the investigation open and the family seeking justice.

Did anyone in Chatham see Larenzo that evening or have information about who might have been responsible?