On August 29, 2024, Angelica Houston, a 27-year-old woman from Chicago, Illinois, was tragically murdered in a robbery incident. The event occurred in the Grand Crossing neighborhood, specifically in the 7000 block of South Vernon Avenue, where Angelica and a friend were sitting in a car just after 11 a.m..
According to investigators, two men armed with guns approached the vehicle and demanded that the women hand over their belongings.
Despite complying with the robbers' demands, Angelica attempted to drive away, prompting one of the robbers to shoot her. She was struck in the head and, despite her friend's efforts to tend to her wounds, Angelica did not survive the injury.
The incident has left Angelica's family, particularly her mother Regina Houston, in deep grief. Regina expressed her anguish and confusion over why the robbers shot her daughter even after she had given them everything they asked for. She remembered her daughter fondly, highlighting their strong bond and the impact of her loss on the entire family.
Regina Houston also shared a poignant text message exchange she had with Angelica just an hour before the murder, where Angelica reassured her mother that "God got you."
As of the current date, the Chicago Police have not made any arrests in this case, although they do have video footage of the suspects and their accomplice fleeing the scene. However, the video did not capture a clear image of the shooter's face. Regina Houston continues to appeal for the capture of the perpetrator, hoping that the memory of her daughter's smile and the gravity of the crime will weigh on the shooter's conscience.
The family has set up a fundraiser to help cover the funeral expenses for Angelica, describing her as a caring, fun-loving, and God-fearing individual who was always willing to help others. The fundraiser, organized by Regina Houston, aims to support the family during this difficult time.
