It is sad there is such a lack of media coverage for this young man. How do we keep people from falling through the cracks? It takes work and dedication many times pressure from family and the community to prioritize a case. How can we do that for Aliek?

The absolute best way to prevent falling through the cracks is to talk about the case. Even when it hurts to remember, even when it seems no one is listening. The case must be discussed, otherwise it can easily become overshadowed. Someone knows something, but that person may not know about this website. That person may also not realize they even have valuable information. Before I was cognizant of this website, I didn't know anything about solving cases. I've learned alot already. I suggest reaching out to a podcast or even a crime solving YouTube channel. That will enable whoever has information to recognize his face and recall memories, hopefully.

Aliek MacK-Shabazz Hooks, a 24-year-old Black man, was found lying in the street on the 500 block of Snyder Avenue in Philadelphia on July 24, 2020, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was taken to Thomas Jefferson University Hospital but was pronounced dead on arrival. Another 24-year-old man, Zimal Smith, was shot the same night and later died at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center.

Philadelphia Police are asking anyone with information to come forward; Hooks’ family and the community continue to seek answers and justice.

If anyone has information about what happened that night on Snyder Avenue, please contact Philadelphia Police with any tips.