The Oak Park community is reeling following a tragic and deadly domestic incident that claimed the life of 26-year-old Anthony Brooks on Sunday afternoon. Officials confirmed that Brooks was fatally shot by a family member during an altercation inside a home located in the 400 block of South Ridgeland Avenue.
Police say they received a call shortly before 1:50 p.m. reporting a shooting involving two brothers inside the residence. When officers arrived, they discovered Anthony Brooks suffering from a gunshot wound to the head. Despite immediate response and lifesaving efforts, he was pronounced deceased at the scene.
According to early investigative details, the shooting happened during a heated dispute between Anthony and his 23-year-old brother — both of whom lived inside the home. Reports indicate that another family member had instructed the younger brother to unload the firearm before returning it inside, but shortly after, the confrontation escalated into a fatal shooting.
A nearby business employee reported noticing officers arriving and witnessed police retrieving a long gun from their vehicle, though the witness did not hear gunfire prior to authorities arriving. Yellow crime scene tape remained around the home for several hours as investigators worked the scene, gathering evidence and speaking with witnesses.
Police confirmed that the suspect — the younger brother — was taken into custody without resistance and transported to the Oak Park Police Department for questioning. Detectives continue to investigate the circumstances leading up to the tragic incident.
Officials emphasized that this appears to be a targeted, domestic-related event and assured the public that there is no ongoing threat to the community.
The Village of Oak Park extended their condolences to the Brooks family as they cope with this heartbreaking loss. Family, neighbors, and friends are left devastated as they mourn the sudden and senseless death of Anthony Brooks.