On the evening of March 16, 2021, 28-year-old Chanel Neal was driving in South Bend, Indiana, when her life was tragically cut short. At approximately 8:50 p.m., as she was preparing to make a turn at the intersection of Jefferson Boulevard and Eddy Street, another vehicle pulled alongside hers and shots were fired. The gunfire struck Chanel, causing her vehicle to collide with another car before coming to a stop after hitting a tree.
When police arrived, they found her deceased inside the vehicle. A male passenger in her car sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
Chanel, a graduate of Clay High School, was remembered as a devoted and loving mother to her son. Her family described her as having a beautiful spirit and a vibrant personality. She was known for her love of fashion and her ability to light up a room. Her death left her family, including her parents, six siblings, and her young son, devastated.
The investigation into Chanel Neal's murder has remained ongoing for several years. Law enforcement has sought information from the public to help identify those responsible for the drive-by shooting. Witnesses at the scene reported seeing a light-colored car and an SUV leaving the area at a high rate of speed immediately after the gunshots. Despite these leads, no arrests have been made in connection with her death. The case has been featured in local 'Michiana Unsolved' segments, with police and Chanel's family continuing to appeal for any information that might lead to a breakthrough in the case and bring justice for her killing. A cash reward has been offered for tips that lead to an arrest, and all information can be reported anonymously.
