Trifari Arthur Hughes, a 29-year-old African American male from Rockford, Illinois, tragically lost his life on July 29, 2019. Hughes was one of the victims in a double homicide that occurred in the 2000 block of Hutchins Avenue. The incident took place around 8:30 p.m. when Rockford Police responded to reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers found Hughes with gunshot wounds, and he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Another victim, Phillip Butler, 30, was also shot and later succumbed to his injuries at the hospital.
Hughes was born on June 15, 1990, in Rockford, Illinois, to Corey Maxwell and Andrea Hughes. He worked as a machine operator for Fisher Inc. and was known for his love of bowling at Don Carter Lanes. He was also an active member of the Miracle Revival Outreach. Hughes left behind a grieving family, including his parents, two daughters, five brothers, and two sisters, along with numerous other relatives and friends.
The investigation into the double homicide of Trifari Hughes and Phillip Butler is ongoing. As of the latest updates, no arrests have been made, and the Rockford Police Department continues to seek information from the public to help solve the case. The community has been urged to come forward with any details that might assist in identifying the perpetrators and bringing them to justice.
The tragic death of Trifari Hughes highlights the ongoing issue of gun violence in Rockford. His family and friends remember him as a beloved son, father, and brother, whose life was cut short by a senseless act of violence. The community continues to mourn his loss and hopes for a resolution to the case that will provide some measure of closure and justice for Hughes and Butler.
