Randy Leavell, 31, was fatally shot on August 19, 2015, in the Rogers Park neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. His death is recorded on the City of Chicago’s Homicide Map and is one of many shootings that contributed to a sharp rise in homicides in Chicago during 2015.

It links many incidents that year, including Leavell’s, to gang-related disputes and systemic problems such as poverty, limited opportunity, and scarce community resources in affected neighborhoods.

Leavell’s death underscores ongoing challenges in reducing gun violence and the need for effective prevention programs and stronger community-police relationships. If anyone knew Randy, witnessed the August 19, 2015 shooting, or has information that could help, please share what is known.