Deserie Flowers, a 26-year-old African American woman, was tragically killed in a drive-by shooting on April 27, 2019, in the East Garfield Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. She was in her vehicle in the 3800 block of West Adams Street around 2:30 a.m. when someone drove up and fired multiple shots, striking her in the chest, arm, and abdomen. Deserie was rushed to Stroger Hospital, where she was pronounced dead a few hours later.
An autopsy conducted the following day confirmed her death as a homicide resulting from multiple gunshot wounds.
Deserie Flowers was a mother of two young children, a 9-year-old boy and a 6-year-old girl. She worked as a hair braider and was known for her dedication to her job and her children. On the night of her death, she was reportedly driving to her older sister's home, seeking refuge as she suspected she was in danger. Her sister, Jenail White, mentioned that Deserie often found solace with her siblings and felt safe at her sister's house.
The investigation into Deserie's murder revealed that the shooter fled the scene in a vehicle, which was later spotted on the Eisenhower Expressway. The vehicle was seen driving off to 30th and Wells Street, where two male suspects exited and ran. One of the suspects was taken into custody, but he was later released without any charges. The police have not confirmed whether the attack was targeted, but Deserie's sister suggested that the shooter might have been an ex-boyfriend whom Deserie had recently left.
Area North detectives are continuing to investigate the case, and a person of interest has been questioned. However, as of now, no arrests have been made, and the investigation remains ongoing. Deserie's family and friends held a vigil in her memory, remembering her as a talented hair braider and a devoted mother who always had her children by her side. The loss of Deserie Flowers has left a significant impact on her family, who are still grappling with the sudden and tragic nature of her death.
