Chicago Mom Romeca Meeks Reportedly Wrote Son Heartbreaking Note Before She Was Killed After Dropping Him Off at School
Tragedy struck Chicago’s South Loop on September 8, 2025, when 31-year-old Romeca Meeks was fatally shot in a dispute that turned deadly shortly after she dropped her son off for his first day of school. According to authorities, the incident occurred around 9 a.m. in the 2200 block of South State Street. The details remain unclear, but police believe the altercation involved a personal dispute between Meeks and another woman she knew.
The alleged shooter, reportedly dating the father of Meeks’ child, was taken into custody. Witnesses claim that tensions escalated when a confrontation turned physical, leading to the fatal shooting. A graphic cellphone video circulating online shows the chaotic aftermath of the shooting, including Meeks lying near a blood-stained vehicle and bystanders reacting in shock.
Amid the grief, a poignant detail has captured public attention: shortly before the incident, Meeks wrote a heartfelt note to her son, encouraging him to have a “fresh start” and reminding him to stay true to himself. The note read, “Happy Monday son, this is a fresh start to this day and you can start off strong. Always remain yourself, you’re the coolest, smartest and funniest kid I know. I love you so much. – Love Mommy.”
Friends describe Meeks as a devoted mother and aspiring nurse, whose life was tragically cut short. Her loss has left her family, friends, and community in deep mourning. This heartbreaking event serves as a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing every moment with loved ones.
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