Desmond George

Desmond George, age 28, was killed on April 23, 2009, in Chicago, Illinois. His death occurred during a year that saw many homicides across the city, with a significant number of these violent incidents concentrated in neighborhoods with high rates of gang activity and social challenges. The year 2009 was a particularly difficult one for Chicago, with many communities experiencing frequent violence, often involving young men such as Desmond.

The circumstances of Desmond George's death a ...