A 15-year-old boy identified as Terron Frieson was shot and killed Thursday night in the Altgeld Gardens public housing complex on Chicago’s Far South Side.
Chicago police officers responded to emergency calls reporting a person shot near the intersection of East 131st Street and South St. Lawrence Avenue around 10:52 p.m.
Upon arrival, officers located Frieson on the ground suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to his head and body. He was transported to Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, where he was pronounced dead.
According to initial reports from the Chicago Police Department, Frieson was outdoors when at least one unidentified offender approached, opened fire, and fled the scene on foot.
Family members and friends shared that Frieson had recently celebrated his 15th birthday last month, attended school regularly, and was not involved in gang activity.
No suspects are currently in custody. Chicago Police Area Two Detectives are leading the ongoing homicide investigation.
Anyone with information regarding the shooting is urged to submit an anonymous tip online at CPDTIP.com or contact the Chicago Police 5th (Calumet) District at 312-747-8210.
