Mario Piceno, 38, of Chicago, Illinois, was killed by gunfire on November 27, 2023, while trying to drive his youngest son to the grandparents’ home. He was struck by gunfire, which also led to a multi-vehicle collision. Mario died of his injuries and his son was injured in the crash.

He was a father of five sons and a grandfather to one granddaughter; his family’s accounts describe him as a provider whose loss has left them with deep emotional and financial hardship. A fundraiser organized by Amalia Banuelos sought help to cover funeral and burial costs. Local outlets, including the Chicago Sun-Times, and the National Gun Violence Memorial have noted his death and memorialized him.

If anyone witnessed the shooting or the crash, or has information that could help the family, please come forward.