Brian "Scrapp" Weekly, an 18-year-old African American male, was tragically killed on June 7, 2014, in Chicago, Illinois. The incident occurred around 1:30 a.m. in the 5600 block of South Wabash Avenue. Officers responding to a call of shots fired found Weekly and a 20-year-old man, both of whom had suffered multiple gunshot wounds. Weekly was pronounced dead at the scene, while the 20-year-old was taken to John H. Stroger Jr.
Hospital of Cook County in critical condition.
Brian Weekly, known by his nickname "Scrapp," was a resident of the 1400 block of West 79th Street. His death was part of a violent weekend in Chicago, where multiple shootings resulted in several fatalities and injuries. Weekly's death has been linked to gang-related activities, a common issue in the area. He was associated with the MOB (Money Over Bitches) gang, which has a history of violent conflicts with rival gangs.
Investigations into Weekly's death revealed that he had connections with several notable figures in the Chicago gang scene, including Rooga, FBG Duck, and FBG Brick. Despite these connections, there have been no arrests or charges filed in relation to his murder. The case remains unsolved, with no clear suspects identified. The lack of witnesses and the reluctance of community members to come forward with information have hindered the investigation.
Weekly's death is a stark reminder of the ongoing violence in Chicago, particularly among young African American males involved in gang activities. His story is one of many in a city struggling with high rates of gun violence and gang-related crimes. The community continues to mourn his loss, lighting candles and sharing memories of him on various platforms.
