Tyrel Jamel Stornes, a 25-year-old African American male, was tragically killed in a drive-by shooting on December 22, 2022, in the West Lawn neighborhood of Chicago, IL. The incident occurred around 11:20 p.m. while Stornes was standing at a gas station in the 6700 block of South Pulaski Road. According to reports, an SUV approached the gas station, and someone inside the vehicle opened fire, striking Stornes multiple times in the leg and torso.
Despite his injuries, Stornes attempted to flee the scene by getting into a car, but he lost control and crashed into a curb in the 3700 block of West Marquette Road. He was subsequently transported to Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, where he was pronounced dead.
The investigation into Tyrel Stornes' death revealed that no suspects were immediately apprehended following the shooting. The Chicago Police Department and the Cook County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed the details of the incident, but as of the latest updates, no arrests had been made. The lack of immediate suspects has left the case open, with authorities continuing to seek information from the public to identify and apprehend those responsible for the murder of the 25-year-old African American male.
In the aftermath of the shooting, there have been no significant developments in terms of arrests or litigation related to Tyrel Stornes' death. The case remains under investigation, with law enforcement agencies urging anyone with information to come forward. The community has been encouraged to provide anonymous tips to help solve the case and bring justice to the family of Tyrel Stornes. The tragic loss of this young man has highlighted the ongoing issue of gun violence in Chicago and the need for continued efforts to address and prevent such senseless acts of violence.
