Emanuel Corona, an 18-year-old Hispanic male from Chicago, Illinois, was killed on January 30, 2006. He was found with multiple gunshot wounds; those wounds were determined to be the cause of death and the death was classified as a homicide. The shooting happened in a neighborhood described as having high crime rates.

The Chicago Police Department identified and questioned several suspects. Two people were arrested and charged with first-degree murder and related offenses. At trial, prosecutors presented evidence including a murder weapon and witness testimony; after weeks of testimony and deliberation a jury found the defendants guilty and they received lengthy prison sentences. Emanuel’s family took part in community vigils and events calling for justice and for actions to reduce gun violence.

If anyone knew Emanuel or has information about the circumstances around his death, please share what can help the historical record and the family’s memory.