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A Chicago father, eagerly awaiting the arrival of his second child, faced a tragic end when he was brutally attacked outside a bar. Authorities are now on the hunt for four individuals believed to be connected to the incident.
Alexander “Xander” Kazanowski, aged 25, was discovered lying unresponsive on the pavement with severe head injuries. The incident took place near a bar in Chicago’s Avondale neighborhood in the early hours of March 24, as reported by Cook County Crime Stoppers.
Upon discovery, the Chicago Police Department swiftly transported Kazanowski to Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center. Despite efforts to save him, he succumbed to his injuries while in critical condition.
Kazanowski, who pursued a career as a model in Illinois, reportedly faced expulsion from the bar following some remarks he made, according to a report by WGN-TV.
Images from Kazanowski’s Facebook page capture moments of his life, now serving as a poignant reminder of the devastating loss his family and friends are grappling with.
The Chicago Police Department opened a homicide investigation, sharing video of the four persons of interest they would like to question.
The individuals were described as three African American men, and one Asian woman.
One wore a black jacket, a black baseball hat, and blue jeans. The second man wore a black jacket, a white hooded sweatshirt, and black pants. The third man wore a blue jacket, blue jeans, and a brown winter hat.
And the woman was wearing a black jacket and white pants.
Authorities are searching for four “persons of interest” in connection with a murder on March 24 in Chicago, Illinois. (Cook County Crime Stoppers)
The security cameras captured the four individuals entering the bar, Tune-Up, the night of the alleged attack, according to video released by the Chicago Police Department. It was not clear if the video was before or after the alleged assault.
The Cook County Crime Stoppers is offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the individuals responsible.
Alexander “Xander” Kazanowski, 25, died of blunt force trauma after he was found unresponsive on March 24. (Facebook/Alexander Kazanowski)
Kazanowski was the father of one daughter, Thea, and a soon-to-be-born son, John, according to his obituary.
He grew up in South Barrington, Illinois, and was a wrestler in middle and high school. At 19, he founded his first company, Wurk Services, and he was also an actor and model, his obituary said.
“Xander’s story is not defined by the years he was given, but by the vigor with which he filled them,” his obituary said. “True to his character, his final act was a perfect expression of his generous heart. As an organ donor, he saved multiple lives and helped countless others move closer to the miracle of a second chance.”
Anyone with information on the individuals being sought in connection with Kazanowski’s death is asked to contact Grand Central Area detectives at 312-746-6614. Tipsters who wish to remain can submit information to CPDTIP.com, using reference number JK192078, or call the Cook County Crime Stoppers at 800-535-7867.
Fox News Digital has reached out to the Chicago Police Department for additional information.
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