Damian Meyer was 16 and from Chicago Heights, Illinois. He was found deceased on May 21, 2022, in circumstances described as suspicious, and investigators determined he was the victim of a homicide. Local police reviewed surveillance footage, interviewed witnesses and conducted forensic analyses as part of their inquiry.

Authorities identified and questioned several suspects and later made multiple arrests; charges including first-degree murder were filed and the matter had moved into the court system. Damian’s family and friends held vigils, attended hearings and pushed for justice while the community raised concerns about youth violence.

If anyone in Chicago Heights had information about Damian’s last known movements or saw relevant activity on or around May 21, 2022, please contact investigators.