17-Year-Old Shot Dead Days After Graduation: Chicago Community Mourns

A promising young life cut short: 17-year-old DeAngelo Miles shot dead days after graduation. Chicago, IL - In a heartbreaking turn of events, 17-year-old DeAngelo Miles, captain of the football team at Hansberry College Prep, was fatally shot in Chicago just days after graduating high school. His mother, Kevina Fleming, described him as "a kid you could be proud of," highlighting his good grades and determination. "Last night I barely was able to get sleep," Fleming shared, "I kept waking up just picturing him like running, like I know he was just like scared for his life." The shooting occurred on Sunday morning at 11917 South Wallace, and while police responded to reports of shots fired, they have yet to determine a motive or make any arrests. Kashawndra Wilson, principal of Hansberry College Prep, remembered DeAngelo as "a smile, a heart of gold," and noted that grief counselors were on hand to support students and staff. The community mourns the loss of this talented young man, and his family hopes for answers.