James Mitchell, 23, was fatally shot on October 25, 2009, in the Washington Park neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. His killing occurred during a year when the city recorded hundreds of homicides and was grappling with a persistent surge in shootings.

Washington Park is described as a neighborhood that has faced ongoing safety and crime challenges, and Mitchell’s death was one of many that contributed to Chicago’s 2009 homicide total. Beyond the date, age, location, and manner of death, little else is provided about the circumstances or any investigation.

Anyone who knew James Mitchell, was in Washington Park on October 25, 2009, or has information about this shooting is asked to come forward.