Cheo Okpara Branch-Ibura, 35, died in Chicago on February 11, 2018, after a handgun discharged while he was boarding a CTA bus in the Englewood neighborhood. The shooting happened at about 8:53 p.m.; the wound was a self-inflicted gunshot to the head. The Chicago Police Department confirmed the circumstances and the death was ruled accidental with no signs of foul play or involvement by others.

There were no arrests, suspects, or ongoing investigations connected to the incident, and no litigation or murder charges followed. Family and community members remembered Branch-Ibura for his contributions and the impact he had on those who knew him. If anyone was present on that bus or has information about what happened that evening, please share what you know.