Deontae Montreal Smith, 19, was shot and killed on August 1, 2009, at an unauthorized block party in Chicago’s Englewood neighborhood. The shooting followed a fight between two girls; someone in the crowd opened fire and Deontae, not the intended target, was struck during the chaos.

Smith was attending college and had a young daughter. He was remembered for a bright smile, polite demeanor, and a readiness to help others, and he volunteered with the Chicago Park District. His mother, Tonya Burch, helped create Taking Back Our Community in Honor of Deontae Smith, an organization offering mentoring and tutoring to local youth.

The murder remains unsolved. If anyone knew Deontae, saw the block party that night, or has information about the shooting, please come forward.