Kewon D. Vilella was 22 when he was fatally shot on October 9, 2016, in Chicago. He was found on a porch in the 3900 block of West Gladys Avenue with a gunshot wound to the chest. Earlier that day he had visited his daughter.

Family remembered him as vibrant, bright, and well loved in his community; he was nicknamed KOBE for his love of basketball and admiration for Kobe Bryant. His mother, Annette Johnson-Butler, described the profound and lasting impact of his death and has worked to raise awareness about the effects of gun violence while keeping his memory alive through tributes and community support.

Despite numerous tips and community efforts, no arrests have been announced and no suspects have been publicly identified; the case remains unsolved. If anyone knew Kewon, frequented the Breakthrough Urban Ministries community, or has information about that October 9th evening, please share what is known.