An 18-year-old identified as Martez Omarion Morrow, also known by the nicknames Billy Madison, big twin, and doodlebug, was fatally shot on August 20, 2024, in Chicago’s Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood. The shooting happened about 5:15 p.m. in the 300 block of West 75th Street; Martez sustained a gunshot wound to the left torso and was taken to St. Bernard Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Two other men, 19 and 20, were wounded — the 19-year-old with a critical head injury and the 20-year-old with a leg wound reported in good condition.

No suspects are in custody and the investigation is ongoing. Martez, born March 19, 2006, was a student and father who is remembered for his intelligence, ambition, generosity, and love of video games. Funeral services were held at Angelus Funeral Home with a private family viewing on September 6 and a public visitation followed by a wake and funeral on September 7.

If anyone knew Martez or has information about the shooting, please come forward to help the investigation.