Chicago Police Reopen 2004 Hate Crime Case | Chicago News

Chicago police are reopening the 2004 murder of Kevin Clewer — stabbed 42 times in his apartment — now confirming it was investigated as a possible hate crime, 22 years after the killing. With no arrest and a $50,000 reward now offered, detectives traveled to Puerto Rico chasing leads on a suspect known only as “Fernando,” but lack sufficient evidence for charges. The brutal attack, which may have been fueled by bias, remains unsolved despite a 2020 tip that led them to the island. Investigators also admit past failures in communicating with Clewer’s family — now addressed with new protocols — and urge anyone with info to come forward. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/10a79808004c99ce