Julio C. Castruita, 22, was fatally shot on August 21, 2010, on a sidewalk in the Brighton Park neighborhood of Chicago. The killing is recorded among the many shootings that contributed to Chicago’s high homicide count that year and appears in city and media homicide databases.

Brighton Park is described in reports as a neighborhood affected by frequent violent crime, with community leaders and local organizations urging more resources and preventative measures to address underlying issues such as gang activity and limited opportunities for young residents. Julio’s death is listed alongside other victims in efforts to track and understand the city’s gun violence problem.

If anyone knew Julio, saw him that day, or has information about the shooting, please come forward to help the investigation.