Derrell Owens

Murdered

Derrell Owens, age 21, was shot and killed on June 7, 2008, in Chicago, Illinois. His death was one of many homicides that occurred during a year marked by high levels of gun violence in the city. Chicago experienced over 500 homicides in 2008, reflecting a significant public safety issue that was primarily driven by shootings. Many neighborhoods, including the one where Owens was killed, continued to struggle with the consequences of gang-related activity and the proliferation of illegal firear ...Read More