Jessica Hudson was 21 when she was shot and killed on May 11, 2022, in Chicago’s Auburn Gresham neighborhood, in the 7500 block of South Wolcott Street. She had been helping at her great-grandmother’s home and went to the garage after hearing a noise. Confronting burglars inside the garage, Jessica was struck multiple times in the chest, back, and arm; she was pronounced dead at the scene while a cousin was nearby.

The Cook County medical examiner confirmed her identity and cause of death. Jessica’s family and community have been left searching for answers.

If anyone saw activity in the 7500 block of South Wolcott Street on May 11, 2022, or has information about the burglary and shooting, please come forward to the Chicago Police Department.