Sam Johnson, 19, was fatally shot on June 18, 2015, in the Uptown neighborhood of Chicago. The killing occurred during a period when the city was experiencing a wave of gun violence that disproportionately affected young people and strained communities already dealing with gang activity and economic disparities.

Uptown is described as a North Side neighborhood with a mix of residents and significant socio-economic challenges; Johnson’s death was one of several that year highlighting how violence was impacting youth and local neighborhoods. Community members and activists have called for community-based initiatives, improved policing, and expanded social services in response to incidents like this.

If anyone knew Sam Johnson or has information about the June 18, 2015 shooting, please come forward.