Antwan Hawthorne, a 33-year-old African American male, was fatally shot during a home invasion on December 18, 2019, in Harvey, Illinois. The incident occurred around 9 p.m. in his apartment located in the 14600 block of Loomis Avenue. According to the Cook County medical examiner’s office, Hawthorne was shot multiple times after confronting a gunman who had entered his home. Despite being rushed to Ingalls Memorial Hospital, he was pronounced dead less than half an hour later.
The Harvey Police Department released surveillance images of a suspect wanted for questioning in connection with the fatal shooting. The suspect is believed to have entered the apartment without any signs of forced entry, leading investigators to consider the possibility of a targeted attack. During the incident, Hawthorne's children, a 4-year-old son and a 5-year-old daughter, were present in the apartment. However, it remains unclear whether they witnessed the shooting.
Authorities have been actively investigating the case, seeking information on how the suspect gained access to the apartment. The police have urged anyone with information to come forward and assist in identifying the suspect. As of now, no arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing. The tragic death of Antwan Hawthorne has left the community in shock, and efforts continue to bring justice to his family.
