Lucian Lamarion Devious Paige, a 14-year-old African American boy, was tragically shot and killed on June 30, 2018, in Chicago, Illinois. The incident occurred around 3 a.m. while Lucian was walking on a sidewalk in the 5600 block of South Wabash Avenue. According to reports, someone in a passing car opened fire, fatally wounding him. Lucian was taken to Comer Children’s Hospital, where he succumbed to multiple gunshot wounds.
The shooting was part of a violent weekend in Chicago,
which saw multiple incidents of gun violence. Despite the tragic loss of Lucian, there have been no reports of arrests, suspects, or ongoing investigations specifically related to his death. The Chicago Police and the Cook County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed the details of the shooting, but further information on any legal proceedings or suspects remains unavailable.
Lucian's death highlights the ongoing issue of gun violence in Chicago, particularly affecting young African American males. His mother created a GoFundMe campaign to cover funeral expenses, reflecting the community's struggle to cope with such senseless violence. The broader context of the weekend's violence included several other shootings, underscoring the pervasive nature of the problem in the city.
