Darian Neal Sr., a 37-year-old African American man from Chicago, IL, was tragically killed on December 19, 2022. The incident occurred in the rooftop parking lot of a Mariano's grocery store located in the West Town neighborhood of Chicago. According to reports, Darian Neal Sr. was sitting in his vehicle, a Nissan Maxima, when an unknown car approached. Two men exited the car, pulled out guns, and opened fire, shooting more than 30 rounds. Darian Neal Sr.
was struck in the head and was subsequently taken to Stroger Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
The Chicago Police Department (CPD) and the Cook County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed the details of the shooting. The attackers fled the scene in a large black SUV with out-of-state plates, and no arrests have been made in connection with the murder. The investigation is ongoing, with Area Three detectives leading the efforts to identify and apprehend the suspects. The use of a rifle in the shooting has been noted, and investigators are exploring potential links to other similar incidents in the area.
In the weeks following the murder, another shooting occurred at the same Mariano's location, involving gunmen firing more than 20 rounds at a different individual. This incident has led police to believe that the two crimes may be related. Despite the ongoing investigation and efforts by law enforcement, no suspects have been apprehended, and the motive behind the shooting remains unclear. The community continues to seek justice for Darian Neal Sr. and hopes for a resolution to this tragic case.
