Thomas Hernandez was a 28-year-old Hispanic man who was killed in Chicago on January 22, 2018. The medical examiner ruled his death a homicide after he was found with multiple gunshot wounds in a neighborhood already described as having high crime rates.

Investigators concluded Thomas was an innocent bystander struck in a gang-related shooting. The Chicago Police Department opened an extensive investigation but faced significant obstacles when witnesses were reluctant to come forward, citing fear of retaliation. That lack of cooperation hampered progress and left his family without answers for an extended period.

If anyone has information about the shooting or remembers seeing activity in that area on January 22, 2018, please contact the Chicago Police Department.