Kevin C. Jarrett, a 31-year-old African American male from Kankakee, Illinois, tragically lost his life on June 30, 2017, in University Park, Illinois. Jarrett, who was known to his friends and family as K.C., was attempting to sell a gaming system through the LetGo app, a platform for buying and selling second-hand items. The transaction, however, turned fatal when Jarrett was robbed and subsequently shot by individuals he met online for the sale.
The incident occurred around 10:45 p.m. in the 800-block of White Oak Lane, a residential area lined with townhomes. Jarrett was accompanied by his girlfriend at the time of the shooting, but she was unharmed. After the shooting, she attempted to drive him to safety, but the car stopped a few blocks away at Burnham Drive, where Jarrett succumbed to his injuries.
The University Park Police launched an investigation into the murder, working closely with LetGo.com to trace the victim's account and the steps leading up to the transaction. The police identified three suspects involved in the crime, described as wearing all black, with one of them being a juvenile with an Afro hairstyle. Despite these descriptions, the suspects remained at large, and the investigation continued with appeals to the public for any information that could lead to their capture.
Jarrett's family was left devastated by his untimely death. He was a dedicated family man with three children and worked alongside his father at a seasoning company in Momence, Illinois. His relatives expressed their confusion and sorrow, unable to comprehend why he would travel to University Park, an area unfamiliar to him, to sell the gaming system. They described him as a peaceful individual who enjoyed spending time with his family and playing video games.
The case highlighted the dangers associated with online transactions and the need for caution when meeting strangers for sales. The police urged anyone with information about the shooting to come forward, hoping to bring justice for Kevin C. Jarrett and his grieving family. The investigation remained open, with the community and law enforcement working together to solve the case and prevent similar tragedies in the future.
