Kassim Brown, a 25-year-old Black/African American man, was shot and killed on August 15, 2018, in the 1100 block of James Street in Chester, Pennsylvania. The shooting occurred at approximately 9:21 PM; Brown was struck by gunfire and was pronounced dead at the scene. His death was recorded as the 12th homicide in Chester for 2018.

The Chester Police Department opened an investigation and asked the public for information that could lead to arrests. Public-facing crime-solving resources have since highlighted the case, and the investigation remains open. No motive or further circumstances have been released.

If anyone has information about Kassim Brown’s death or was in the James Street area that evening, please contact the Chester Police Department with what can help the case.