Ronald Coppage Jr., an 18-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on February 2, 2022, in Chicago, Illinois. Ronald was walking home near 82nd Street and Drexel Avenue in the East Chatham neighborhood when he was shot. Despite his injuries, Ronald managed to call his mother, Gabrielle Henley, and inform her that he had been shot. He was subsequently taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center, where he succumbed to his injuries.
The incident occurred around 7:40
p.m. in an alley in the 8200 block of South Maryland Avenue. Ronald was struck in the abdomen, and despite the efforts of medical personnel, he died early the next day. The shooting left his family devastated, with his mother recalling the heartbreaking phone call she received from her son moments after he was shot.
In the aftermath of Ronald's death, his family has been left to grapple with their loss. His mother, Gabrielle Henley, accepted his high school diploma on his behalf during a commencement ceremony held five months after his passing. Ronald, affectionately known as "Noodle," had completed his final credits and was set to graduate with the class of 2022.
As of now, no arrests have been made in connection with Ronald Coppage Jr.'s murder. The investigation remains ongoing, and the lack of suspects or leads has added to the family's anguish. The community and authorities continue to seek justice for Ronald, hoping that someone will come forward with information that could lead to the apprehension of those responsible for his death.
