Seeking Justice for CTA Employee Barlow | Chicago News

A beloved CTA employee and community pillar, Thomas Kevin Barlow, was fatally shot early Monday morning on South State Street. Found inside his Mercedes, Barlow died at the hospital after the suspect fled in his car — now recovered by police. Described as wearing dark clothing, the shooter remains at large. Cook County Crime Stoppers is offering up to $10,000 for tips leading to an arrest. Barlow, known for his kindness, generosity, and decades of service to the CTA and children’s charities, is deeply missed by his family and friends. Investigators urgently seek witnesses or surveillance footage from the area around 4:15 AM. Anonymous tips can be submitted via Crime Stoppers’ website or hotline — helping bring justice and closure to this heartbreaking loss. 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/924d3070f013b60b