Marshall Russell, 32, was fatally shot on July 16, 2023, outside the California Clipper in the Humboldt Park area of Chicago around 2:30 a.m. Russell, a server at Owen & Engine in Logan Square, was leaving the bar when a silver sedan pulled up and three or four people exited and attempted to rob him. A physical altercation ensued and one of the individuals fired shots. Russell suffered multiple gunshot wounds and was taken to Stroger Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. No arrests had been announced and the investigation was ongoing.

Colleagues described Russell as kind, passionate, and dedicated. He had worked at Owen & Engine for about a year and a half since the restaurant reopened after the pandemic and was known for his big beard, tall frame, and interests in mixed martial arts and carpentry; he had recently been excited about pursuing carpentry work. The restaurant and the California Clipper both closed the day after his death as coworkers and the community processed the loss.

If anyone who knew Marshall or saw what happened that night has information, please come forward.