Leon Mooney Jr., 17, was fatally shot on November 11, 2023, on the Far South Side of Chicago. The shooting occurred around 2:50 p.m. in the 13000 block of South Drexel Avenue. Chicago police say he was struck in the chest and right arm and was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center, where he later died.

As of the latest reports, no arrests have been made and no suspects have been identified; the investigation remains open. His death is recorded as a result of gun violence and is one of many such deadly incidents affecting the city.

If anyone saw the shooting or has information about Leon or the events that afternoon, please share what you know.