Cory Foster Jr., a 20-year-old African American male, was fatally shot during an attempted robbery in Broadview, Illinois, on December 13, 2016. The incident occurred around 3:30 a.m. in the 2200 block of 25th Avenue. Officers responded to a call of shots fired and found Cory Foster Jr. with gunshot wounds. He was taken to Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood, where he was pronounced dead.
Cory Foster Jr. was the son of Cory Foster Sr., a former deputy chief of staff to former Governor Pat Quinn and former chief of staff to Cook County Commissioner Richard Boykin. The tragic event has left his family and community in deep sorrow. Commissioner Boykin expressed his condolences to Cory Foster Sr. and emphasized the need for meaningful actions to curb gun violence.
As of now, there have been no arrests or suspects identified in connection with the murder of Cory Foster Jr. The Broadview police, along with the West Suburban Homicide Task Force, are actively investigating the case and following possible leads. Authorities have stated that the shooting appears to be an isolated incident and there is no indication of a threat to the community.
The community and local officials have called for a meeting of law enforcement, elected officials, and community leaders to discuss measures to protect citizens and address the issue of gun violence. The investigation into Cory Foster Jr.'s death continues, with hopes that justice will be served and the perpetrator will be brought to justice.
