French Cribbs, a 22-year-old African American male, was tragically shot and killed on August 30, 2018, in the Englewood neighborhood on the South Side of Chicago. The incident occurred at approximately 8:13 a.m. while Cribbs was walking in the 400 block of West 75th Street. According to reports from the Chicago police and the Cook County medical examiner’s office, Cribbs got into an argument with another individual.
During the altercation, the other person pulled out a handgun and shot Cribbs multiple times before fleeing the scene in a blue SUV with a temporary license plate. Cribbs sustained two gunshot wounds to the head and three to the buttocks, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. He resided in the Gresham neighborhood.
The investigation into French Cribbs' death was undertaken by Area South detectives. Despite the efforts of law enforcement, there were no immediate arrests made in connection with the shooting. The lack of cooperation from potential witnesses and the swift departure of the suspect complicated the investigation. The authorities continued to seek information from the public to identify and apprehend the individual responsible for the murder.
As of the latest available information, there have been no significant updates regarding arrests, suspects, or litigation related to the case. The murder of French Cribbs remains an open investigation, with detectives urging anyone with information to come forward. The case highlights the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement in solving violent crimes in areas with high rates of gun violence and community distrust.
