John K. Cannon IV, a 28-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on September 8, 2020, in Waukegan, Illinois. John was born on October 2, 1991, and spent most of his life in Waukegan, with a brief period in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He was a charismatic and charming individual, known for his kind and loving heart. John was a father to two sons, Jonathan Amir Cannon and Ashton, and was deeply cherished by his family and friends.
On the fateful day of his death, John K. Cannon IV was fatally shot at a Motel 6 located at 31 North Green Bay Road in Waukegan. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning, around 1 a.m. John, along with another man in his 20s from North Chicago, was found with gunshot wounds at a local hospital. Despite efforts to save him, John succumbed to his injuries, while the other victim remained in serious but stable condition.
The Waukegan Police Department and the Lake County Coroner's Office conducted an investigation into the shooting. An autopsy confirmed that John K. Cannon IV died from injuries sustained from gunshot wounds. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, and no arrests have been made in connection with the case. The incident marked the second fatal shooting at the same Motel 6 within a month, raising concerns about safety in the area.
John's death left a void in the lives of his loved ones, who remembered him as a special spirit with a beautiful smile that could light up any room. His family and friends continue to mourn his loss and seek justice for the tragic end of his life.
