In the early morning hours of October 10, 2020, the life of 27-year-old Frank Bonner-Forde was tragically cut short in Gary, Indiana. A Black/African American male, Bonner-Forde was in the 4200 block of Jackson Street when he was struck by multiple gunshots. Rushed to the Methodist Hospital Northlake Campus, medical personnel fought to save him, but his injuries proved fatal. He was pronounced dead at 4:08 a.m.
The Lake County coroner's office officially ruled his death a homicide.
Bonner-Forde's death was recorded as the 45th homicide in the city of Gary for that year, a statistic that highlighted a concerning trend of violence in the community. In the wake of the shooting, the Gary Police Department launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death. However, the case was met with immediate challenges due to a lack of readily available leads.
As of the latest available information, the investigation into Frank Bonner-Forde's murder remains ongoing. No arrests have been made, and no suspects have been publicly identified in connection with the shooting. Authorities have continued to appeal to the public for any information that might aid in resolving the case and bringing a measure of justice to his family.
