Tyris R. Jackson, 35, was fatally shot on August 31, 2015, in Chicago’s Kenwood neighborhood. He was walking on the 4900 block of South Drexel Boulevard at about 8:30 p.m. when a white SUV was involved in an incident. A passenger got out, produced a handgun, and fired multiple shots that killed Jackson.

The killing occurred during 2015’s surge in gun violence in Chicago; that year saw 468 homicides citywide. Family and friends posted tributes on memorial websites remembering Jackson and expressing how deeply he is missed. The case reflects the severe impact of gun violence in Kenwood and other South Side neighborhoods during that period.

Anyone who knew Tyris, witnessed the shooting, or has information is asked to come forward.