Charles Hartzol, a 60-year-old man from Riverdale, was fatally shot on May 3, 2020, in Harvey, IL. The incident occurred in the 14400 block of Des Plaines Street during an argument with another man. The argument began on the front porch of a home and escalated when one of the men shot Hartzol in the chest. Hartzol was taken to Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, where he was pronounced dead shortly after arriving. An autopsy ruled his death a homicide.
Following the shooting, Harvey police identified a suspect in the case. The suspect, C.L. Buchanan, was a 57-year-old landlord who had been involved in the argument with Hartzol. Buchanan was charged with first-degree murder in connection with Hartzol's death. He fled the scene but was later arrested with the assistance of the FBI. Buchanan was ordered held without bond and was due back in court on August 3, 2020.
The case highlights the tragic consequences of escalating disputes and the importance of conflict resolution. The loss of Charles Hartzol, a 60-year-old African American man, underscores the ongoing issue of gun violence in communities and the need for effective measures to prevent such incidents.
