Julius Maurice Coleman, listed as age 18, was fatally shot on August 9, 2016, in the Englewood neighborhood of Chicago. His death occurred during a year when the city experienced a marked increase in gun violence and homicides, making 2016 especially deadly for young people in Chicago.

Englewood, where Julius lived and was killed, has long faced challenges with gang activity and economic instability that have contributed to elevated crime rates. Julius is remembered in local homicide listings and online memorials, including the Chicago Sun-Times homicide listings and Never Forget Chicago.

Anyone who knew Julius, saw or heard anything about the shooting on August 9, 2016, or has information that could help is asked to come forward.