Tyler West Moreland

Death by Force

On September 3, 2023, a tragic incident occurred in the East Garfield Park neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois, resulting in the death of 15-year-old Tyler Westmoreland. The shooting took place shortly after 5 p.m. on the 2900 block of West Walnut Street. According to police reports, Tyler was struck multiple times in the body by gunfire and was transported to Stroger Hospital, where he was initially reported in critical condition. Despite medical efforts, he later succumbed to his injuries and wa ...Read More

Chicago Sun-Times: 15-year-old boy dies hours after shooting in East Garfield Park

2900 block of W. Walnut, on Sep. 3, 2023, at approx. 5:05 p.m. – 12th District | Chicago Police Department