Clarice P. Taylor, listed in reports as Clarice Alexander, was 41 when she was found shot to death on February 13, 2023, in an alleyway of a Hanover Park apartment complex in Illinois. Her body was discovered around 8:30 a.m. on a pathway in the 1300 block of Court P near Montibello Drive, a route that connects the housing complex to a nearby school and daycare. Neighbors reported hearing several gunshots; one witness described six shots that were real loud and fast. Residents walking dogs and heading to work found her.

Investigators issued an arrest warrant for 43-year-old William N. Taylor, identified as a former romantic partner. Alexander’s family said she had been harassed by Taylor and had filed a restraining order; they reported multiple calls to police about stalking and harassment before the killing. Police described Taylor as armed and extremely dangerous. Taylor suffered a medical emergency in Holland, Michigan, was hospitalized and later airlifted to a Grand Rapids hospital, where he died the same day. The family has started a GoFundMe and asked anyone with information to contact police.

If anyone knew Clarice or has information about her harassment or the shooting, please contact Hanover Park police.