Sunday evening, August 31, 2025, the Pullman neighborhood of Chicago was shattered by a tragic act of violence. At approximately 7:28 p.m., 26-year-old DaJah Manning, a vibrant young woman with dreams and aspirations, found herself in a heated verbal altercation in the 13200 block of South Ellis Avenue. What began as a dispute with a known female offender, identified only as Diamond, escalated into a heartbreaking tragedy that would claim DaJah’s life.
The confrontation unfolded swiftly. Words turned to rage, and Diamond drew a handgun, firing shots that struck DaJah in the chest. Despite the rapid response of emergency services, DaJah was rushed to the University of Chicago Medical Center, where she succumbed to her injuries. The loss of this young woman has left her family, friends, and community grappling with grief, searching for answers in the wake of yet another senseless act of gun violence in the city.
Chicago police are actively investigating the incident, but as of now, no arrests have been made, and Diamond remains at large. The shooting, occurring during a violent Labor Day weekend that saw at least 54 people shot across the city, underscores the ongoing challenge of curbing gun violence in Chicago’s neighborhoods. For those who knew DaJah, the tragedy is not just a statistic but a profound personal loss—a reminder of the human cost of unresolved conflicts and the urgent need for peace.