Robert Franklin, a 17-year-old African American male, was tragically killed on May 12, 2019, in Maywood, Illinois. The incident occurred around 1 a.m. outside a house party in the 2100 block of South Third Avenue. According to the Maywood police, officers responded to reports of shots fired and found Robert Franklin suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was immediately transported to Loyola University Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead. The Cook County medical examiner's office confirmed that Franklin died from multiple gunshot wounds.
In addition to Franklin, a 17-year-old girl was also wounded in the shooting. She sustained gunshot injuries to her lower extremities and was treated at a local hospital. The police have indicated that the shooting might have been gang-related, although no arrests have been made in connection with the case. Detectives are actively investigating the incident, but as of now, there have been no significant breakthroughs or suspects identified.
The community of Maywood was deeply affected by the loss of Robert Franklin. Friends and family members described him as a bright and promising young man with a future ahead of him. The lack of arrests and the ongoing investigation have left many in the community seeking justice and answers. The case remains open, and the Maywood police continue to urge anyone with information to come forward to help solve this tragic crime.
