Don Williams, 45, was killed in Chicago on March 21, 2007. His death occurred during a year that saw an alarming total of 443 homicides citywide, a rate of 15.6 per 100,000, as gun violence continued to afflict parts of Chicago.

The incident took place in a community that experienced frequent violence; predominantly African American neighborhoods on the South and West Sides—including areas such as Austin and Englewood—were noted that year for particularly high homicide rates tied to gang activity and narcotics-related disputes. Investigations into killings in these neighborhoods were complicated by a pervasive no-snitch culture and a shrinking detective force, factors cited as hampering the Chicago Police Department’s ability to solve homicides.

Was anyone in the community familiar with Don Williams or present that day who can share information about what happened?