Demetrius R. Bottom, 49, was fatally shot on June 16, 2015, in the Chatham neighborhood of Chicago. He was found with multiple gunshot wounds and his death was immediately treated as a homicide. The shooting occurred in a residential area described as having strong community ties alongside ongoing struggles with crime.

Police say the Chicago Police Department opened an extensive investigation. Investigators focused on identifying perpetrators and motive; early reports suggested Bottom may have been targeted because of involvement in local community activities that sometimes put him at odds with others. Several people were brought in for questioning, but authorities reported limited physical evidence and a lack of eyewitnesses that hindered charging anyone.

The community responded with vigils and marches to keep the case in public view and to press for answers. The investigation continued with leads pursued over time, and the death has remained a subject of local concern and discussion about violence and safety in the neighborhood.

If anyone knew Demetrius Bottom or has information about what happened on June 16, 2015, please share what can help the investigation.