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Suspect Found Dead After Double Homicide in South Suburban Harvey

A completed autopsy has left the Fayette County Coroner continuing an investigation into the suspect’s death.

Overview

  • Two people were shot to death inside a Harvey home near 150th and Vine, and police say two household dogs were also shot with one killed and another critically injured.
  • The Cook County Medical Examiner identified one victim as 50-year-old Aaron Jones while the second victim’s name has not been released.
  • Fayette County officials located the suspect dead near Farina, Illinois, and the coroner’s office completed an autopsy that remains under further review.
  • Authorities have not released the suspect’s name and local police say their probe is ongoing as they gather evidence and coordinate with the coroner.
  • The killings add to a string of recent shootings reported around the Chicago region and have heightened local concern about public safety and police response.