James E. Taylor was 44 when he was fatally shot in Chicago on May 30, 2016. His death occurred during a year that saw a sharp increase in gun violence across the city, making his killing one of many that underscored growing safety concerns in affected neighborhoods.

Details about the motive and the specific circumstances of Taylor’s homicide are scarce. Chicago law enforcement continued investigating amid a broader effort to address the spike in violent crime that year.

If anyone has information about James E. Taylor, his movements that day, or the shooting, please share what is known with Chicago authorities.