Arlander D. Watkins, 46, was fatally shot on October 5, 2013, in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood of Chicago. The killing occurred during a year when the city recorded over 400 murders, and Watkins’ death was one of many that underscored ongoing problems with gun violence in several Chicago communities.

Auburn Gresham has been noted for its vulnerability to gang activity and socio-economic challenges. The case is described alongside broader concerns about unemployment, limited community resources, and the need for expanded support programs to address root causes of violence, even as the city pursued increased police presence and community outreach.

Does anyone who lived in or near Auburn Gresham in 2013 have information about Watkins or the circumstances of that October shooting?