Terrance Taylor, 25, a South Shore resident, was shot in the head on December 11, 2024, in the 5700 block of South Michigan Avenue in the Washington Park area. He was taken to UChicago Medicine, where he was pronounced dead. The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office identified him as the victim.

The Chicago Police Department says detectives are investigating and no suspects have been apprehended. Community members have noted Taylor’s death as part of a continuing pattern of gun violence in the city, and online memorials have appeared with virtual candles and condolences.

Anyone with information about the shooting is urged to contact the Chicago Police Department to assist the investigation.