A Friday morning shooting in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood has claimed the life of 35-year-old Pierre White.
ChitownCrimechasers-CCC first broke the news of the tragic incident that occurred on the city’s West Side.
Chicago Police officers responded to the scene at the intersection of Cicero Avenue and Ferdinand Street around 11:14 a.m.
Upon arrival, officers discovered White lying on the ground with multiple gunshot wounds to his head and torso.
Emergency responders rushed him to Mt. Sinai Hospital in critical condition.
Doctors later pronounced him deceased at the hospital.
ChitownCrimechasers-CCC reported that White was standing outside his Audi when the incident began.
He reportedly entered a verbal argument with an unidentified man.
The dispute turned deadly when the suspect pulled out a handgun and opened fire.
The shooter fled the scene immediately after the attack.
No suspects are currently in custody as Area 4 Detectives lead the investigation.
Violence in the 15th District
The intersection of Cicero and Ferdinand sits in a high-traffic area of the Austin community.
This neighborhood, served by the 15th District, has seen a persistent struggle with daylight gun violence over the last year.
ChitownCrimechasers-CCC has tracked several incidents in this immediate vicinity involving broad-daylight disputes.
Recent police data shows a trend of verbal altercations escalating into shootings near local commercial corridors.
Residents have expressed growing concern over the brazen nature of shootings occurring during mid-morning hours.
Just blocks away, community leaders have been calling for increased patrols to protect residents going about their daily business.
A Community and Family in Mourning
Pierre White was well-known in the community as a devoted father and a loyal friend.
Family members took to social media to share memories of a man they described as a “real one.”
One relative noted they had just spoken to him hours before the tragedy occurred.
Friends remembered White for his humor and his ability to make those around him laugh.
He was also recognized as a supportive figure who frequently encouraged local small business owners.
White leaves behind several children, including a daughter and a young son.
His church community also expressed shock, remembering him as a friendly face who greeted neighbors every Sunday.
How to Help
Police are asking anyone with information to come forward to help bring the family closure.
You can submit anonymous tips online at CPDTIP.COM.
Alternatively, you can contact the Chicago Police 15th District directly at (312) 743-1440.
