Jayla Vrana, 16, was fatally shot on July 31, 2023, in Chicago’s Englewood neighborhood. The shooting occurred in the 400 block of West 72nd Street during a large outdoor gathering attended by numerous teenagers. Jayla and friends had traveled from the southern suburbs to celebrate the end of summer; as they walked from the Red Line station toward the party they were questioned by individuals and, shortly afterward, gunfire reportedly came from a black vehicle. Jayla was struck in the back and taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center, where she was pronounced dead.

A 15-year-old girl with the group suffered a gunshot wound to the arm and was treated in stable condition at Comer Children’s Hospital. The family has launched a GoFundMe to help with memorial costs and support. Authorities continue to investigate and are asking anyone with information to contact law enforcement.

Did anyone who was in that area on July 31 see or hear anything that might help identify the vehicle or shooters?