Derrick Williams was 22 when he was fatally shot on September 27, 2009, in Chicago. Having moved to Milwaukee in August 2009 with his girlfriend to escape violence and find work, he was visiting his grandmother when a gunman opened fire as he walked to a barbecue. Williams was struck twice in the head and later died at a hospital; his younger brother Darrell Williams was at his side during his final moments. The family believes Derrick was not the intended target.

Derrick’s death remains unsolved and has deeply affected his family, especially Darrell, who dedicated a season to his brother’s memory and went on to play at Midland College and later Oklahoma State University. No arrests or suspects have been publicly identified.

If anyone knew Derrick, was at that barbecue, or has information about the shooting, please come forward.