Tyree Grant, a 23-year-old African American male, was found dead on March 18, 2016, in Chicago, IL. The medical examiner's office confirmed that Grant died from multiple gunshots to the head. His body was discovered unresponsive on the sidewalk around 1 a.m. and he was pronounced dead at Mount Sinai Hospital. Grant had recently started a new job and enrolled at Olive Harvey College.
He left behind a 5-year-old son and a baby boy on the way, due in July.
Grant's family gathered at 104th and Dauphin to pray and set up a small memorial. They believe his body may have been dumped at this location. The family is seeking answers and wants to know why he was killed and who is responsible. As of now, there have been no arrests or suspects identified in connection with Grant's murder.
The investigation into Grant's death is ongoing, and the police have not released any further information regarding potential suspects or motives. The lack of progress in the case has left Grant's family and the community searching for justice and closure.