Ethan Samuel Warda, a 17-year-old male, was found shot to death in the Englewood neighborhood of Chicago on April 20, 2025. The tragic incident occurred in the 7200 block of South Green Street, where officers discovered Warda unresponsive on the ground with multiple gunshot wounds. The shooting took place around 1:40 a.m., and emergency responders pronounced him dead at the scene.
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office later confirmed his identity and ruled his death a homicide.
Authorities have not yet determined the circumstances leading up to the shooting. Initially, police reported that the victim was 16 years old, but later corrected the information to confirm that Warda was 17. As of now, no suspects have been identified, and no arrests have been made in connection with the case. Area One detectives are actively investigating the incident, but officials have not released further details regarding potential leads or motives.
The community remains shaken by the loss of Ethan Samuel Warda, a young male whose life was cut short in a violent act. Residents in the Englewood area have expressed concerns over ongoing gun violence and the need for increased safety measures. Law enforcement continues to seek information from witnesses and urges anyone with knowledge of the incident to come forward.
