Early Monday morning, emergency responders were dispatched to the 16000 block of Ashland Avenue in Harvey, Illinois, where a group of individuals had been struck by gunfire just after 1:15 a.m.
First responders located a person with an apparent gunshot wound and immediately began lifesaving measures; the victim was later transported to UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, where other injured parties also sought care after driving themselves to the facility.
The Cook County Medical Examiner's Office identified the deceased as 20‑year‑old Keshawn Lewis‑Hunt, a former standout at Morgan Park High School who had also played football at Eastern Illinois University.
University Response
Eastern Illinois University issued a statement expressing deep sadness and extending its condolences to Lewis‑Hunt’s family and friends, while announcing plans to provide support and resources to anyone impacted by the loss.
Harvey police, working in cooperation with the Illinois State Police, have opened an investigation into the shooting, though authorities have not yet released details about a motive or any suspects.
The incident has left the surrounding community reeling, as officials and residents alike await further information while grappling with the loss of a young athlete.