Erick Louis-Charles, 25, was fatally shot on September 6, 2017, in the Englewood neighborhood of Chicago. Known affectionately as LC, he was a father of daughters and remembered by family and friends as fun-loving, always smiling, and fiercely loyal.

A Rolling Meadows High School and Millikin University alumnus, he worked as a plumber for Roto Rooter at the time of his death. Authorities did not provide full details about the circumstances of the shooting. Friends and relatives shared grief and memories online, speaking especially of the loss felt by his mother and his children.

Erick’s death is one of many that have contributed to ongoing gun violence in that part of the city. If anyone knew Erick, his movements that day, or has information that could help, please come forward.