Eric Washington, a 25-year-old African American male, was fatally shot on April 29, 2015, in the University Village neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. The incident occurred shortly after noon in the 1200 block of West Washburne Avenue, near his residence. According to police reports, Eric Washington was standing in a parking lot when he was shot in the back and abdomen. He was transported to Stroger Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 12:45 p.m.
The shooting took place during a particularly violent period in Chicago, with multiple shootings reported that week. On the day of Eric Washington's death, at least three individuals were killed and ten others wounded in separate shooting incidents across various neighborhoods in the city.
In August 2015, Chicago police arrested 20-year-old Dejon Curtis in connection with the fatal shooting of Eric Washington. Curtis was charged with two counts of murder, as well as aggravated battery with a firearm and aggravated battery on an occupied vehicle. Authorities stated that Curtis shot Eric Washington during the April 29 attack. Following his arrest, Curtis appeared in court and was ordered held without bond. He was scheduled to return to court the following Monday.
Eric Washington's death is among the numerous cases of gun violence that have affected Chicago communities. His memory is preserved on platforms dedicated to honoring victims of gun violence, where individuals can light virtual candles and share remembrances.
