17-year-old Tyler Parks, a student at Carl Sandburg High School in Orland Park, Illinois, was tragically shot and killed on the evening of November 9th, 2024. The Cook County Medical Examiner confirmed Tyler’s death after he was found unconscious on the street near 125th and State in Chicago around 7 p.m. that night. Authorities determined he had suffered a gunshot wound to the neck and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The circumstances surrounding Tyler’s death remain unclear. The Chicago Police Department (CPD) reports that no shell casings were found at the location, leading them to believe Tyler was shot elsewhere, with his body being discarded in the street. Witnesses have described seeing a silver SUV leaving the area, but as of now, no suspects have been identified.
The CPD’s Area 2 detectives continue to investigate the incident, urging anyone with information to come forward, either through the CPD Tip Line or anonymously via CPDTIP.COM.
Tyler, who was known for his warm personality and promising future, was a beloved member of the Carl Sandburg community. His family and friends are left grappling with the immense loss of a young life taken too soon. As the investigation continues, the community rallies around Tyler’s family, offering prayers and support during this difficult time.
Tyler’s passing has left a deep hole in the hearts of those who knew him, but his memory will undoubtedly live on through the love of his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him. In this time of sorrow, prayers are being lifted up for his family, asking for peace and strength in the days ahead.
