Karod Beasley, a 32-year-old African American male from Markham, Illinois, was tragically found shot to death on June 27, 2018, in Hazel Crest, Illinois. The incident occurred around 6 p.m. on 170th Street between Wood Street and Dixie Highway. Beasley was discovered lying on the ground outside his vehicle, which also had bullet holes, indicating that the shooting might have taken place at a different location. He was immediately transported to Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, where he was pronounced dead due to multiple gunshot wounds. The Cook County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that his death was a homicide.
The Hazel Crest police, in collaboration with the South Suburban Major Crimes Task Force, launched an investigation into Beasley's murder. Despite their efforts, the police did not believe the shooting was a random act, suggesting that Beasley might have been targeted. The authorities appealed to the public for any information that could assist in solving the case, but no arrests or suspects were publicly identified at the time.
The investigation into Karod Beasley's death remained active, with detectives working diligently to uncover any leads. The community was urged to come forward with any information that could help bring justice to Beasley and his family. The tragic loss of Karod Beasley highlighted the ongoing issue of gun violence in the area and the need for continued efforts to address and prevent such incidents.
