Terrance Malden, a 15-year-old African American male, was tragically shot and killed on July 10, 2020, in the Jeffery Manor neighborhood on the South Side of Chicago. According to reports, Terrance was in the street when a light-colored vehicle pulled up, and someone inside fired shots, striking him in the back. He was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead.
The Cook County medical examiner's office confirmed that Terrance died from his injuries, and his death was ruled a homicide.
The incident occurred around 4:48 p.m. in the 9800 block of South Hoxie Avenue. The shooting was part of a violent weekend in Chicago, where multiple shootings and fatalities were reported. Terrance's death marked the beginning of a particularly deadly weekend, with 64 people shot and 13 fatalities across the city.
As of now, there have been no arrests or suspects identified in connection with Terrance Malden's murder. The investigation is ongoing, with Area Two detectives leading the efforts to find the perpetrator responsible for this senseless act of violence. The community continues to mourn the loss of a young life cut short and hopes for justice to be served.
Terrance Malden's death is a stark reminder of the ongoing gun violence plaguing Chicago and the urgent need for effective measures to address this crisis. The impact of his loss is felt deeply by his family, friends, and the broader community, who remember him as a young boy with a bright future ahead.
