Quinton I. Hudson Jr., a 21-year-old resident of Waukegan, Illinois, died on June 18, 2023, as a result of a gunshot wound. The incident occurred in the evening of June 18, when Hudson was shot in the head while standing on the sidewalk in front of the Imperial Food Store located at 703 South McAlister Avenue in Waukegan.
The Waukegan Police Department and Waukegan Fire Department responded to the scene around 7:16 p.m. after receiving a report of a shooting.
Upon arrival, officers found Hudson unconscious and not breathing. They initiated CPR until paramedics took over and transported him to Vista Medical Center East, where he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
The investigation at the scene revealed a bicycle lying on the ground surrounded by crime scene tape, and a parked vehicle with a bullet hole in its front windshield. The Waukegan Police Department remained on the scene for several hours to investigate the homicide. However, as of the initial reports, no suspects had been identified or taken into custody.
Quinton Hudson Jr. was born on August 12, 2001, to Voicey Corbin and Quinton Hudson Sr. He was a member of Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church and was known for his hard work and his love for music. Hudson had worked at Goodwill and as a part-time mover for a private moving company. During his teenage years, he had tried various activities such as football, boxing, and playing the trumpet, which sparked his passion for music.
Hudson was remembered fondly by his family and friends for his vibrant personality and his ability to make a positive impact on those around him. He is survived by several siblings, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and a wide circle of friends and family members. He was preceded in death by several family members, including his brother Elijah Friar and various aunts, uncles, and cousins.
A memorial service for Quinton Hudson Jr. was held on July 14, 2023, at Tolar-Westgate Funerals & Cremations in Waukegan, Illinois.
