Nathaniel J Lewis, 31, was killed in Chicago on December 8, 2016. The death occurred during a year when the city recorded a sharp rise in homicides, with 2016 closing at 769 murders. That surge was concentrated on the South and West sides and was linked in reports to gang activity, economic disparities, and limited opportunities for young people.

Nathaniel’s death happened at night, consistent with many of the shootings recorded that year between 7 p.m. and 5 a.m. The broader context noted significant barriers to solving these crimes, including community distrust of police and low witness cooperation, and a homicide clearance rate under 21 percent.

Does anyone have information about Nathaniel, where he spent time, or details that could help shed light on what happened that night?