Tyrone White, 42, was shot and killed on October 4, 2016, while sitting in his car in the Chatham neighborhood of Chicago. He had been checking on his son when a male suspect approached from the sidewalk and opened fire. Tyrone was described as an involved, caring father who tried to be present for his family and to counter stereotypes about absentee parents; his death deprived his son of future milestones like graduation.

His mother spoke about the family’s grief and urged efforts to end community violence. This killing is one of many instances of gun violence in Chatham that continue to affect families trying to build safer neighborhoods. If anyone knew Tyrone, saw the shooting, or has information about what happened that day, please come forward.