In Chicago, 187 people have been killed this year. That is 18 fewer than 2018
The Chicago Tribune crime team tracks homicide victims in Chicago and includes all deaths rules a homicide by the medical examiner. This page will be updated weekly.
Homicides, so far this year:
When homicides happen
For the previous 365 days
Homicides tend to peak in the summer months, on the weekend and during later hours.
Causes of death
For the previous 365 days
The majority of Chicago homicides are the result of gun violence.
Where homicides happen
For the previous 365 days
Though there are homicides recorded throughout the city they are most concentrated in the South and West sides.
About the victims
For the previous 365 days
The majority of the victims of homicide in Chicago are young, black men.
