Derrick Brown

Derrick Brown, age 20, was shot and killed on August 16, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois. His death occurred during a particularly violent year for Chicago, which saw a significant increase in homicides compared to prior years. The majority of these homicides were gun-related, contributing to a record-breaking surge in violent crime throughout the city. Chicago's homicide count for 2016 exceeded 750, representing a substantial rise from the previous year. This increase was largely attributed to a spi ...