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American Focus > Blog > Crime > Man found shot to death on Near West Side block where ShotSpotter once monitored gunfire
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Man found shot to death on Near West Side block where ShotSpotter once monitored gunfire

Last updated: July 12, 2025 7:40 am
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A tragic incident unfolded on the Near West Side this week as a man was discovered fatally shot on a neighborhood street. The victim, a 44-year-old man, was found unresponsive with a gunshot wound to the head in the 2600 block of West Wilcox around 9:13 p.m. Despite paramedics rushing him to Mount Sinai Hospital, he was pronounced dead shortly after.

What makes this case particularly distressing is the fact that no one in the area reported hearing gunfire. It was only when officers arrived at the scene that they found 12 shell casings near the man’s body, indicating that the shooting had gone unnoticed by residents. This raises concerns about the effectiveness of ShotSpotter, a technology that was once relied upon in this neighborhood to detect gunfire.

Mayor Brandon Johnson made the controversial decision to terminate the city’s contract with ShotSpotter last September, a move that was met with criticism from City Council members and law enforcement officials. The shooting location was within the boundaries of a ShotSpotter coverage zone, highlighting the potential benefits of having such a system in place.

Ald. Walter Burnett Jr., who represents the area where the shooting occurred, initially supported keeping ShotSpotter operational but later backed down when efforts were made to override the mayor’s decision. He emphasized the importance of having tools like ShotSpotter to not only ensure public safety but also aid in responding promptly to incidents of violence.

Despite calls for a replacement for ShotSpotter, the city has yet to announce any alternative gunfire detection system. This leaves residents and officials alike concerned about the potential consequences of not having a reliable means of identifying and responding to gun-related incidents.

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The termination of the ShotSpotter contract on September 23, 2024, marked a significant loss for Chicago’s efforts to combat gun violence. The technology had been instrumental in pinpointing the locations of suspected gunfire with precision, providing crucial information for law enforcement and emergency responders.

Mayor Johnson’s refusal to reconsider his decision to dismantle ShotSpotter despite widespread support for its continuation has left many questioning the city’s commitment to addressing gun violence. As incidents like the recent shooting on the Near West Side highlight the potential benefits of such technology, the need for a viable replacement becomes increasingly urgent.

In the absence of ShotSpotter, incidents of gun violence may go undetected or unreported, putting lives at risk and hindering efforts to ensure public safety. It is crucial that city officials prioritize the implementation of a new gunfire detection system to fill the void left by ShotSpotter’s absence. Until then, the community remains vulnerable to the devastating impact of gun violence.

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