Leon Lucas Jr., a 49-year-old man from East St. Louis, Illinois, was shot and killed on February 22, 2014. His death is described as the result of gun violence; no arrests or suspects have been confirmed publicly in connection with the killing.

Leon is remembered by family members including his mother, Yvonne Lucas, and his sisters Bernadine Michele Ballard of Collinsville and Karen Hill of Fairview Heights. He is also survived by four nephews. His name is listed on the National Gun Violence Memorial among other victims remembered for the lives they led.

Details about the shooting itself, motive, location within East St. If anyone knew Leon, was in East St. Louis on February 22, 2014, or has information that could help bring answers, please share what is known.