Tragic Loss: 13-Year-Old Tawon Tribble Fatally Shot in Englewood Home
A devastating tragedy unfolded in Chicago’s Englewood neighborhood on the evening of March 24, 2025, when 13-year-old Tawon Tribble was fatally shot inside a home on the 500 block of West 65th Place. The shooting, which occurred just before 7 p.m., left the community reeling as another young life was cut short by gun violence.
The bullet struck Tawon in the chest, and despite the frantic efforts of first responders, he succumbed to his injuries at the University of Chicago’s Comer Children’s Hospital. As his family mourns, questions swirl around the circumstances of the shooting—was it an accident or an intentional act? Chicago police have detained a person of interest, but details remain scarce as the investigation unfolds.
A Promising Young Life Lost Too Soon
For Tawon Tribble Sr., the loss of his son is unbearable. He described Tawon as a vibrant, energetic boy, full of life and passion for Chicago’s sports teams. A typical 13-year-old, he had dreams, ambitions, and a future that now will never come to be.
“My son was a good kid,” his father said, his voice breaking with emotion. “He didn’t deserve this. No child deserves this.”
Tawon was more than just another statistic. He was a son, a friend, a student, and a young boy who had his whole life ahead of him. His tragic death highlights not only the fragility of life but also the urgent need to address the persistent issue of gun violence that plagues Chicago’s youth.
Englewood Community Mourns Yet Again
The Englewood neighborhood is no stranger to grief. For years, the South Side community has been plagued by gun violence, and Tawon’s death is yet another reminder of the daily dangers that many children face. Pastor Donovan Price, a well-known advocate for victims’ families, spent the evening with Tawon’s grieving loved ones, offering prayers and comfort in the midst of their sorrow.
“This should not be normal,” Pastor Price said. “We are talking about a 13-year-old child. This community is tired of losing its children.”
The sense of loss extends beyond his family—it ripples through his school, his friends, and everyone who knew him. Candlelight vigils are already being planned, as residents come together in mourning and frustration over the ongoing violence in their neighborhood.
A Troubling Pattern of Violence Among Chicago’s Youth
Tawon’s death is part of a disturbing trend in Chicago, where children and teenagers are frequently caught in the crossfire of gun violence. In the past year alone, dozens of young lives have been lost, many due to firearms being easily accessible in homes and communities.
Whether this shooting was intentional or accidental, one fact remains clear: a child is gone, and a family is shattered. It is a painful reminder that the fight against gun violence is far from over.
Seeking Justice and Answers
As police continue to investigate, the Tribble family is left searching for answers. Who was responsible? Was it an accident? Could this tragedy have been prevented? These are the agonizing questions they must now face.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward. For now, a community grieves, a father weeps, and another bright future has been stolen.