Chicago police are seeking a grey, two-door Dodge Challenger believed to be linked to the fatal shooting of a 49-year-old tow-truck driver on the city’s Near West Side.
The incident took place at about 10.47pm on November 13, 2022, in the 1900 block of West Fulton Street. Police said the victim was travelling west in a white tow truck when he was struck by gunfire from an unknown offender inside the Challenger.
The driver was later identified as Hector Negron. He was taken to Stroger Hospital in a critical condition but died from his injuries, according to local reports.
Police seek Dodge Challenger in Chicago homicide
Investigators have said the shooting may have happened as occupants of two vehicles exchanged gunfire in the area. Negron was caught in the line of fire and crashed near the junction of Fulton Street and Damen Avenue.
Chicago Police Department released surveillance footage and an image of the suspected vehicle in December 2024 as detectives continued efforts to identify those involved.
In November 2025, Cook County Crime Stoppers announced a reward of $10,000 for information leading to a resolution in the case.
Anyone with information about the Dodge Challenger or the shooting is asked to contact Area Three detectives on 312-744-8261. Anonymous information can also be submitted through CPDTIP.com using reference number JF473692.
