Anthony Nelson was 21 when he was shot to death on August 14, 2016, in Chicago’s Humboldt Park neighborhood. Reports say he was struck multiple times in what investigators described as a targeted attack rather than a random shooting. The case was hampered by a lack of eyewitness cooperation and community reluctance to come forward, obstacles detectives noted while pursuing leads.

The Chicago Police Department conducted numerous interviews and forensic follow-up as part of an extensive investigation. By early 2019 the case had moved to trial. The death devastated Anthony’s family and friends, who remembered him as a vibrant young man with a promising future and have been active in seeking justice and peace in the community.

If anyone saw Anthony or events around Humboldt Park on August 14, 2016, or has information that could help, please share what is known.