Police renew push for answers four years after West Town crossfire killed father of 5 – CWB Chicago
It’s been four years since Hector Negron was killed after getting caught in the crossfire between two gunmen in West Town. Now, Chicago police have re-released surveillance footage of two vehicles believed to be involved in the shooting, and Cook County Crime Stoppers is renewing its $10,000 reward for information that helps investigators solve the case.
Negron, a father of five, was working as a tow truck driver and had just completed a job when he drove west through the 1900 block of West Fulton Street around 10:40 p.m. on November 13, 2022. According to Chicago police, occupants of two cars were shooting at each other as they chased one another through the area. At least one bullet struck Negron in the side, causing him to crash into a bus stop near Damen Avenue. The 49-year-old later died from his injuries.
In December 2024, CPD released surveillance footage showing people and vehicles investigators believe were involved in the shooting. Now, they’ve released it again, hoping to drum up fresh leads.
“We need the community’s help,” said Paul Rutherford, executive director of Cook County Crime Stoppers. “Someone out there knows what happened. Crime Stoppers allows you to do the right thing while staying completely anonymous. Your information could help bring justice and prevent further violence.”
Crime Stoppers has renewed its $10,000 reward for information about the case for another 60 days.
Anyone with information can contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-535-STOP or email [email protected]. Anonymous tipsters receive a unique code they can use to claim a reward if their information leads to charges.
