Von Lindsey, a 25-year-old African American male, was fatally shot on February 9, 2019, in the Austin neighborhood on the West Side of Chicago. At approximately 8 p.m., Lindsey was sitting in a vehicle in the 5900 block of West Chicago Avenue when an unknown assailant opened fire. He was struck multiple times and was subsequently taken to Stroger Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 8:35 p.m. Lindsey resided in the Marquette Park neighborhood.
His death was particularly tragic as he had already lost his only brother to gun violence.
The Chicago Police Department launched a homicide investigation following Lindsey's death. Despite the efforts of law enforcement, no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting. The investigation remains open, and authorities continue to seek information from the public to identify the perpetrator.
Lindsey's death has had a profound impact on his family and friends. A woman identifying as his brother expressed her grief on social media, highlighting the pain of losing both brothers to gun violence. Friends described Lindsey as the life of every party and a beautiful person whose presence will be deeply missed.
The case has not seen any significant developments in terms of arrests, suspects, or litigation. The community continues to mourn the loss of Von Lindsey, and the search for justice remains ongoing.
