Royal R. Brown, 24, was fatally shot on April 21, 2025, in the 4900 block of West Hubbard Street in Chicago’s South Austin neighborhood. The shooting happened at about 4:23 p.m.; Brown sustained multiple gunshot wounds but was able to drive himself to Mount Sinai Hospital, where he later died.

Authorities say no suspects are in custody and have not released details about a possible motive or persons involved. The circumstances leading up to the shooting remain unclear. Brown’s death has been cited amid community concern over recurring gun violence in South Austin and similar neighborhoods.

Anyone who saw the incident or has information that could help identify those responsible is asked to contact investigators.