Dale Squirrel Fischer, a 16-year-old African American male, was tragically killed on December 3, 2011, in a drive-by shooting in Chicago's West Woodlawn neighborhood. Dale was walking with a friend after spending the afternoon at a local recreational center, where they played video games and watched YouTube videos. As they walked near 62nd and South Saint Lawrence Avenue, a gunman in a two-door silver vehicle opened fire, striking Dale multiple times in the chest.
Despite being rushed to Stroger Hospital, Dale succumbed to his injuries.
Dale's family and friends described him as a good-natured and respectful teenager who loved tinkering with cars and bicycles. He was a student at Hyde Park Academy High School and was not involved in gang activities. His family believes that Dale's death was a case of mistaken identity, as he had no known enemies and was not engaged in any criminal behavior. The shooting left his family and community devastated, with many expressing disbelief and sorrow over the senseless loss of such a young life.
The investigation into Dale's murder remains ongoing, with no arrests made and no suspects identified as of the latest reports. The Chicago Police Department has not confirmed whether the shooting was gang-related, and the motive behind the attack remains unclear. Dale's family continues to seek justice for their son, hoping that someone will come forward with information that could lead to the apprehension of those responsible for his death. The community has rallied around the family, offering support and calling for an end to the violence that plagues their neighborhood.
