Kennedy Blount, a 30-year-old African American male, was tragically shot and killed on June 8, 2018, in the Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. The incident occurred around 7 p.m. when Blount was walking in the 1600 block of South Homan Avenue. According to reports, a gray Jaguar approached, and an unknown assailant exited the vehicle, opening fire on Blount. He was struck in the head and right arm. Despite being rushed to Mount Sinai Hospital, Blount succumbed to his injuries.
He was a resident of the Austin neighborhood.
The investigation into Kennedy Blount's murder revealed that the shooter fled the scene in the same gray Jaguar, heading south on Homan Avenue. At the time of the incident, no suspects were in custody, and the case was being actively investigated by Area Central detectives. The lack of immediate arrests or identified suspects left the community and Blount's family seeking justice and answers.
As of the latest available information, there have been no significant updates regarding arrests or suspects in connection with Kennedy Blount's murder. The case remains open, with law enforcement continuing to seek leads and information from the public. The tragic loss of Kennedy Blount highlights the ongoing issue of gun violence in Chicago and the challenges faced by authorities in solving such cases.
