The mystery deepens of Jennifer Hudson’s missing nephew, as the FBI and the police continue their desperate search for
Julian King. The Chicago police department have released the following timeline.
Friday
8-9 a.m.—A gunman fires through a door at Jennifer Hudson’s mother’s home in the 7000 block of South Yale Avenue, striking the actress’ brother, Jason, 29, and her mother, Darnell Donerson, 57. Neighbors said they heard the shots but did not call police.
3 p.m.—A family member walks into the home and discovers Donerson’s body, then immediately leaves and calls police. Sources say Hudson’s sister, Julia, went to police to report her 7-year-old son missing. Police found Hudson’s body in a bedroom.
5:52 p.m.—Chicago police issue an Amber Alert for Julian King, 7. The alert names William Balfour, who family members say was Julia Hudson’s husband, as a suspect in the slayings. Police say Julian may be with Balfour and ask people to call police if they see a white Chevrolet Suburban or a teal/green four-door Chrysler Concord.
6 p.m.—Police arrest William Balfour at his girlfriend’s home on the Southwest Side, but the missing boy is not with him. Police take Balfour to a station to interview him. Authorities continue to search for the boy.
Saturday
1:30 a.m.—Jennifer Hudson identifies her brother and mother at the Cook County medical examiner’s office.
At some point Saturday morning, the FBI is called in to help. Police say the teal vehicle has been located but continue to search for the white Suburban.
5 p.m.—Family members of the boy make a public plea for his return.
The police are not sure if the shooter kidnapped the boy, or if he ran away, or possibly he was injured and is hiding somewhere. Unfortunately, the neighbors aren’t talking, and the police are hoping that someone will come forward with more information about the child.
To view video of Julia Hudson’s press conference, click here.
Dear Jennifer
I could not sleep last night you were on my heart so heavy i prayed every scince i heard about the tragdy. Mu hear goes out to you and my prayer are with you and the family also I am sending my strong armed angles to find your nephew and the person who did that will be found and dealt with in the name of the Lord.
All i could think about is your mother and brother no one or nothing can bring them back but God and mend every broken place in your heart that s for sure. I wish I could be a mother to you and i will in the secret place of my heart you will be in prayers for ever just like my daughters. Let the weak say I am strong, be strong in the Lord. God is a refuge and strong tower and a hideing place. I am so proud of you Jen,don’t you give up or let down because we still need you. I am sure their is way take back what the devil has stolen and we can do it. You will see your mother and brother in heavean again, continue to make your mother proud and keep making movies and singing.
I love Jen
Your Mother in Zion
Veronica Wright