Fourteen-year-old Lashon Douglas was killed by gunfire on October 1, 2024, in Chicago, Illinois. He was found lying on the street in an area that had previously been monitored, according to reports citing CWB Chicago.

The circumstances that led to the shooting, any description of suspects, and other investigative details are not provided. No arrests or trials have been reported. Lashon’s death is recorded on the National Gun Violence Memorial, where family and community members can light candles and pay respects.

Does anyone who was in that neighborhood on October 1 have information that could help explain what happened to Lashon?