Dwayne Malette, a 57-year-old man from Roseland, Chicago, was fatally shot on December 25, 2020, in the Grand Crossing neighborhood. Malette was on the sidewalk around 2:30 p.m. in the 7300 block of South Kenwood Avenue when someone fired shots, striking him in the side, abdomen, and head. He was immediately taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center, where he succumbed to his injuries nearly nine hours later.
An autopsy ruled Malette's death a homicide, attributing it to the injuries sustained from the shooting.
Following Malette's death, area detectives launched an investigation to identify the shooter and gather evidence. However, as of now, there have been no arrests or suspects named publicly in connection with the case. The investigation remains ongoing, with law enforcement continuing to seek justice for Malette and his family.
The tragic incident was part of a larger wave of violence that swept through Chicago over the holiday weekend, with multiple shootings and fatalities reported across the city. Despite the efforts of local authorities, the case has yet to be resolved, leaving Malette's loved ones and the community seeking answers and closure.
: Chicago Sun-Times
: NBC Chicago
