Virgil Anderson, a 41-year-old African American male, was tragically shot and killed on April 12, 2021, in Calumet City, Illinois. The incident occurred around 9:30 a.m. in the first block of Dawn Lane. According to the Cook County medical examiner’s office, Anderson was struck multiple times and was rushed to Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, where he was pronounced dead. An autopsy confirmed that his death was a homicide.
The investigation revealed that Virgil Anderson and the shooter, identified as 28-year-old Brandon Slack, knew each other. The fatal shooting was the result of an earlier dispute between the two men. Shortly after the incident, officers located Slack and took him into custody. He was subsequently charged with first-degree murder. The case against Slack is ongoing, and he is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
The Calumet City Police Department has been actively investigating the case, seeking any additional information from the public to aid in their investigation. The community has been urged to come forward with any details that might help bring justice for Virgil Anderson and his family. The tragic loss of Anderson has left a significant impact on his community, highlighting the devastating effects of gun violence.
