Darryl Parker, 42, was fatally shot on December 15, 2024, in the South Shore neighborhood of Chicago. Officers and emergency responders discovered Parker in a third-floor apartment in the 7800 block of South Bennett Avenue at about 9:01 PM; he had sustained gunshot wounds to the face and chest and was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Chicago Police Department is investigating but has not released suspect names, motives, or further details. No arrests have been announced. This killing is noted among several recent fatal shootings in the city, underscoring ongoing concerns about gun violence in Chicago.

If anyone saw activity around the 7800 block of South Bennett Avenue on the evening of December 15, 2024, or has information that could help investigators, please contact the Chicago Police Department.