Jose Rodriguez, 33, was killed in Chicago on January 5, 2016. The murder took place amid broader trends affecting Chicago then, including concentrated violence on the South and West Sides and local debates about policing strategies and reductions in stop-and-frisk encounters.

This brief account does not provide details about the circumstances of Rodriguez’s death, any suspects, or investigative steps taken. If anyone knew Jose Rodriguez or has information about what happened to him on January 5, 2016, please come forward with tips.