A deadly shooting in Chicago has left an 18-year-old man dead and the Englewood neighborhood reeling. The fatal attack occurred Wednesday afternoon, sparking fear and anger in a community already concerned about gun violence. Authorities are actively investigating the incident as they search for the suspects responsible.

The victim has been identified by the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office as Tyree Smith, also known as “Big Black.” According to police, the shooting took place at approximately 4:18 p.m. on April 1, 2026, near the intersection of West Marquette Road and South Wentworth Avenue, an area that includes a Shell gas station and several nearby businesses.

Chicago Police Department officers responded to reports of gunfire in the area and arrived to find Smith inside a local restaurant, identified as Fisherman’s Island. He had suffered multiple gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene. The sudden violence has left family, friends, and neighbors grieving the loss of a young life full of promise.

Preliminary police reports indicate that Smith was standing inside the restaurant when four armed individuals exited a vehicle and opened fire. Witnesses described a chaotic scene as the suspects fired shots before fleeing the area. Authorities said the swift nature of the attack has made it difficult to immediately identify the perpetrators, but detectives are combing through surveillance footage and other evidence.

No arrests have been made so far, and police have not released descriptions of the suspects. Investigators from the 7th District and the homicide unit are actively pursuing leads and working to piece together the circumstances that led to the shooting. Officials have stressed that community cooperation is critical in solving the case.

The Chicago Police Department is urging anyone with information to come forward. Tips can be submitted anonymously through CPDTIP.com or by contacting the department’s 7th District at 312-747-8220. As the investigation continues, the Englewood community mourns another young life lost to gun violence, hoping that justice will be served and that steps can be taken to prevent further tragedies in the area.