Jose Hernandez was 17 when he was killed on December 17, 2014, in Chicago, Illinois. His death occurred during a year when the city saw a high number of homicides and many young people were killed amid ongoing gang-related violence and widespread firearm use.

The incident is described as emblematic of the risks faced by youth in vulnerable communities and the need for community-led interventions, expanded youth programs, and greater economic opportunities to reduce violence.

If anyone knew Jose Hernandez or has information about what happened on December 17, 2014, please share what is known.