Michael Ricks, 29, known by some as Lil Mikey, was killed in Chicago’s Woodlawn neighborhood on March 25, 2026. According to reports, a dispute escalated to gunfire while Ricks was inside a vehicle; he was struck and pronounced dead at the scene. A second man was also shot and taken to a nearby hospital in critical condition.

Police describe the shooting as arising from an argument, but the identity of other individuals involved and the precise circumstances that led to the confrontation have not been released. No arrests have been announced and the investigation remains open.

If anyone witnessed the shooting, saw activity in the area that night, or has information about who was involved, please contact investigators handling the case.?