A mass shooting in Chicago’s Grand Crossing neighborhood on July 4, 2024, killed two women and an 8-year-old boy and critically wounded three other children. The attack occurred about 6:15 a.m. in the 7100 block of South Woodlawn Avenue, at a house owned by 45-year-old Nakeeshia Strong. Witnesses and police say two vehicles pulled up, multiple people — some wearing ski masks — exited and opened fire with a rifle and a handgun.

One of the victims, 24-year-old Capri Edwards, was taken to the University of Chicago Hospital and died shortly after arrival. Edwards, who shielded her 1-year-old child from the gunfire, was the niece of Strong. An 8-year-old boy, Bryson Orr, died later that evening at Comer Children’s Hospital. Two of Edwards’ other children, ages 5 and 7, and an 8-year-old cousin were critically wounded and taken to Comer for treatment.

Chicago Police say the attack appeared targeted and related to a personal dispute. No suspects are in custody and Area 1 detectives are reviewing video surveillance and other evidence. If anyone has information that could help identify the perpetrators, please come forward to assist the investigation.