William Crawl

William Crawl, a 49-year-old African American man, tragically lost his life on May 19, 2021, in Chicago, IL. Crawl, who had been struggling with homelessness and mental illness, was a well-known figure in the South Shore community. He often frequented the 71st Street area, where local shopkeepers and residents looked out for him, offering him food, warmth, and odd jobs. On the evening of his death, Crawl was standing outside a convenience store where he regularly received free coffee when he was ...

Chicago Sun-Times: Everyone on 71st Street watched out for William Crawl. Now they're mourning his loss after he was caught in crossfire

William Crawl, age 49 - National Gun Violence Memorial