Anthony Strong, a 48-year-old African American man, was fatally shot on July 5, 2015, in the Calumet Heights neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. He was shot multiple times and died at the scene; his death was classified as a homicide and prompted a major investigation by the Chicago Police Department.

Investigators identified several suspects and made arrests. A primary suspect was charged with first-degree murder; witness testimony and forensic evidence were presented at trial and the jury returned a guilty verdict, producing a lengthy prison sentence. Additional arrests and charges, including conspiracy and accessory to murder, followed and appeals and other court actions continued.

Anthony Strong’s family and community responded to the killing with grief and concern about gun violence and safety in the neighborhood. If anyone knew Anthony Strong or has information about the events surrounding his death, please share what is known.