Sherita Smith, 46, of Chicago was found dead on August 15, 2014, in the Gresham neighborhood under a vehicle that was on fire. Family members identified her; local news coverage reported the discovery and noted her work with the Chicago Park District and the Chicago Lighthouse for the Blind. Funeral services were arranged through Lincoln Cemetery as family and community mourned.

The scene — a body located beneath a burning vehicle — underscores how violent and disturbing the circumstances were. If anyone knew Sherita, saw activity in Gresham around August 15, 2014, or has information, please come forward.