Miguel Vega
Neighborhoods
- Austin, Garfield Park, North Lawndale
- Bronzeville, Near South Side
- Downtown
- Englewood, Chatham, Auburn Gresham
- Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore
- Jefferson Park, Portage Park, Norwood Park
- Lakeview, Wrigleyville, Northalsted
- Lincoln Park, Old Town
- Lincoln Square, North Center, Irving Park
- Logan Square, Humboldt Park, Avondale
- Pilsen, Little Village, Back of the Yards
- Uptown, Edgewater, Rogers Park
- Wicker Park, Bucktown, West Town
Man Was Unarmed, Running Away When Shot And Killed By Police In Pilsen, Lawsuit Says
The family of Miguel Vega said an officer recklessly fired shots without a clear target in a residential block.
After Police Footage Released, Miguel Vega’s Family Seeks Answers In Fatal Shooting: ‘I’m Waiting For Justice For My Son’
Relatives said they are “deeply disappointed” that no one from the police department has reached out to speak to them about the shooting.
After Police Kill Miguel Vega During Alleged Shootout, 100 Gather In Pilsen To Support His Grieving Family: ‘We Want Justice’
While police and a witness say someone in Vega's group opened fire on officers, sparking a shootout with police, the slain man's family is skeptical of his involvement. “They haven't told us anything,” his mother said of police.
Man Killed By Police In Pilsen After Person Opens Fire On Cops, Witness Says
Miguel Vega's relatives said they don't believe the police account and aren't convinced he had a gun. There is body camera footage of the shooting, according to a source.