Kobe Puga was 21 and lived in West Rogers Park when he was killed in a drive-by shooting on October 14, 2023. The shooting happened around midnight near 19th and Paulina streets in the Heart of Chicago neighborhood, in Pilsen. Family members say Kobe had been home that evening, showered, spoke with relatives in the living room, then left to deliver a car part and planned to eat out; he never returned.

Kobe ran his own automotive repair shop and was described as a car enthusiast. He is survived by his parents Jose Alfonso Puga and Maria de Lordes Garcia Serrato, brothers Alfonso and Kevin Puga, and an extended family of relatives and friends. The investigation remains open with no arrests, and Cook County Crime Stoppers has offered a $15,000 reward. The family has expressed deep frustration and sorrow, noting broader challenges in clearing firearm homicides locally.

If anyone knew Kobe, saw activity near 19th and Paulina on October 14, 2023, or has information that could help the investigation, please come forward.