Gilbert L Wainwright

Gilbert Leroy Wainwright III, aged 31, was fatally shot on October 30, 2016, in the Humboldt Park neighborhood of Chicago. His death occurred during a violent Halloween weekend, which saw a spike in shootings throughout the city. Gilbert was a lifelong resident of Downers Grove, Illinois, and his loss was felt deeply by friends and family.

Humboldt Park, where the incident took place, is an area that has faced ongoing challenges with gun violence. This tragic event was part of a particularly deadly weekend in Chicago, which saw multiple fatalities and numerous injuries from gun violence. Community members were left grieving as the city continued to struggle with addressing these recurring incidents of violence.