On November 12, 2024, Faliang Gao, 32, was fatally shot in Chicago’s Chinatown neighborhood during what police describe as a targeted armed robbery. The shooting occurred about 9:56 p.m. in the 2400 block of South Normal Avenue. Gao was found outside the front of the home with multiple gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene.

A second victim, 33-year-old Jianru Zheng, was found at the back of the same house with a gunshot wound to the shoulder and was taken to a local hospital, where he later died. Police believe the shooting happened inside the home and that the incident may have been related to a robbery possibly involving drugs. No arrests have been announced and Area One detectives continue to investigate.

Surveillance video has been shared with police and investigators have distributed door hangers in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese seeking anonymous tips. Community leaders have voiced alarm, called for greater vigilance, and pushed for more resources; a $5,000 reward has been offered for information leading to an arrest and conviction.

If anyone knew Gao, Zheng, or saw activity in the 2400 block of South Normal Avenue that night, please share what was seen with investigators.