Kevin Watson shot and killled on Facebook live in Chicago ( Watch )
Chicago Illinois is one of the most violent cities in the world! As many say that violent crime numbers are going down most would say that is not accurate.
The shooting happened around 6:14 p.m. Wednesday in the 5000 block of West Madison Street in South Austin, Chicago police said.
A video viewed almost two million times on Facebook showed Kevin Watson, 42, getting out of a car. Seconds later, gunfire can be heard.
The shooting happened around 6:14 p.m. Wednesday in the 5000 block of West Madison Street in South Austin, Chicago police said.
Watson was sitting in a car when another vehicle approached and someone inside began shooting, CPD said.
Chicago reported 237 homicides in the first seven months of 2025.
He was shot in the chest and died from his injuries.
Note: Austin neighborhood has recorded the highest number of homicides, with 29 victims.
Most homicides in Chicago are a result of gunshot wounds.
Chicago is experiencing a historic drop in homicides in the first half of 2025, mirroring a nationwide trend.
