0 The Unsolved Murder of Henry Atkins: A Tragic Tale from Chicago's Hyde Park
- Unsolved Murders
- by CSC Blog
- 03/02/2025
Introduction
Henry Atkins, a 39-year-old resident of Chicago, became a victim of gun violence on April 30, 2013, in the city's Hyde Park neighborhood. Despite the passage of time, his murder remains unsolved, highlighting the persistent issue of unresolved homicides in urban areas.
The Incident
In the early hours of April 30, 2013, Henry Atkins was standing in the hallway of an apartment building located in the 5200 block of South Harper Street. He was accompanied by a 21-year-old man, later identified as Luis Galvan. According to reports, a third individual approached them and, without provocation, opened fire. Atkins was struck in the chest and pronounced dead at the scene, while Galvan sustained a gunshot wound to his hand and was transported to Stroger Hospital for treatment....Read More