Eric Langham, 22, of Chicago died on July 21, 2014, from complications of multiple gunshot wounds sustained in a shooting in the Garfield Ridge neighborhood earlier that summer. Reports say the shooting followed a dispute with another individual and that Langham succumbed to his injuries months after the incident.

Authorities identified several suspects in the case and arrested a primary suspect believed to have fired the shots; that suspect was charged with first-degree murder. Court proceedings included arguments from the defense about self-defense and lack of intent, while the prosecution relied on witness testimony and forensic analysis; the case concluded with a conviction and a lengthy prison sentence for the shooter.

The community mourned Langham’s death and pointed to gun violence and underlying social issues as part of the context for the tragedy. If anyone knew Eric, witnessed the summer 2014 altercation in Garfield Ridge, or has information that hasn’t been shared with investigators, please come forward.