Santos E. Bueno, 22, was shot and killed while sitting in a vehicle in Chicago’s Lower West Side on March 7, 2015. The shooting occurred amid a broader surge in gun violence in the city that year; his death contributed to the rising homicide totals and underscored public safety concerns in neighborhoods affected by frequent violent incidents.

The Lower West Side incident was described as part of ongoing conflicts often tied to illegal firearms and socio-economic struggles. Memorials such as an entry on Gun Memorial show community remembrance for Bueno. Limited witness cooperation and other complexities were cited as obstacles to solving similar cases in the area.

If anyone knew Santos Bueno, witnessed the shooting, or has information that could help, please come forward.