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MonarC · 10-26-2008, 09:57 AM

Obama "Heartbroken" Over Hudson Murders as Sister Begs for Son's Return

Sen. Barack Obama, a fan and friend of Jennifer Hudson, took time out from his campaign Saturday to send his condolences to his fellow Chicagoan.

"Michelle and I were absolutely heartbroken to learn about this unimaginable tragedy, and we want Jennifer and to know that she is in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. We also pray for the swift and safe return of her young nephew."

Hudson, at the behest of Obama, performed the national anthem at the Democratic National Convention in August.

Obama's remarks came hours after Hudson's sister, Julia, begged for the safe return of her 7-year-old son, Julian. The boy went missing following the murder of the Hudson sisters' mother and brother Friday.

"I know he's out there. Just let him go," Julia Hudson pleaded from the podium of the Pleasant Gift Missionary Baptist Church. The boy's father, Greg King, stood by her side during the emotional address.

"My greatest fear has already happened," she continued. "My greatest hope is finding my child."

The FBI has been called in to aid in the search, with the belief that the boy may have been taken across state lines.

Chicago police have a suspect in custody, Julia Hudson's estranged husband, William Balfour, 27. The child was not with Balfour at the time of his arrest. Balfour's mother told reporters her son had nothing to do with the murders.

Meanwhile, the Cook County medical examiner told E! News Saturday that an autopsy showed Darnell Donerson, 57, and Jason Hudson, 29, died of "multiple gunshot wounds." Both deaths were ruled homicides.

Purffin · 10-26-2008, 01:42 PM

I was sad to hear about this ....... Jennifur Hudson has been so successful and now this tragedy ..... i hope they find out who commited this awful crime.

Lee · 10-27-2008, 03:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Purffin

I hope they find out who commited this awful crime.

They did. Please read the story.

TripperFan · 10-27-2008, 05:02 PM

And now they have confirmed that the body of the boy in the SUV is her nephew Julian. Incredibly sad.

Lee · 10-27-2008, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by TripperFan

And now they have confirmed that the body of the boy in the SUV is her nephew Julian. Incredibly sad.

So apparently he was murdered?

TripperFan · 10-27-2008, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Lee

So apparently he was murdered?

Yes he was. Let's just hope that the killer was that former husband of Jennifer's sister as they have him in custody, although he hasn't been charged with anything as yet. Probably waiting for the nephew to turn up.

Schmoopie · 10-28-2008, 03:28 AM

I didn't get to see all of the convention so I didn't know that Jennifer had sung the National Anthem. It was nice to see that Barack admired her so much to request that she sing it. What a wonderful honor!
It's nice to know that he is such a compassionate person as well.

Andrea

InspectorExstead · 10-28-2008, 07:51 PM

i am still shocked. losing one family member alone is extremely tragic and sad; losing three to such violence is just unimaginable.

Schmoopie · 10-29-2008, 02:27 AM

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Originally Posted by InspectorExstead

i am still shocked. losing one family member alone is extremely tragic and sad; losing three to such violence is just unimaginable.

And in such as short period of time.

Andrea

10-26-2008, 09:57 AM	#1
MonarC The truth will set you free Forum Fanatic Join Date: Dec 05, 2002 Location: 3rd Stone From The Sun Posts: 9,525	Obama "Heartbroken" Over Hudson Murders... Obama "Heartbroken" Over Hudson Murders as Sister Begs for Son's Return Sen. Barack Obama, a fan and friend of Jennifer Hudson, took time out from his campaign Saturday to send his condolences to his fellow Chicagoan. "Michelle and I were absolutely heartbroken to learn about this unimaginable tragedy, and we want Jennifer and to know that she is in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. We also pray for the swift and safe return of her young nephew." Hudson, at the behest of Obama, performed the national anthem at the Democratic National Convention in August. Obama's remarks came hours after Hudson's sister, Julia, begged for the safe return of her 7-year-old son, Julian. The boy went missing following the murder of the Hudson sisters' mother and brother Friday. "I know he's out there. Just let him go," Julia Hudson pleaded from the podium of the Pleasant Gift Missionary Baptist Church. The boy's father, Greg King, stood by her side during the emotional address. "My greatest fear has already happened," she continued. "My greatest hope is finding my child." The FBI has been called in to aid in the search, with the belief that the boy may have been taken across state lines. Chicago police have a suspect in custody, Julia Hudson's estranged husband, William Balfour, 27. The child was not with Balfour at the time of his arrest. Balfour's mother told reporters her son had nothing to do with the murders. Meanwhile, the Cook County medical examiner told E! News Saturday that an autopsy showed Darnell Donerson, 57, and Jason Hudson, 29, died of "multiple gunshot wounds." Both deaths were ruled homicides.

10-26-2008, 01:42 PM	#2
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10-28-2008, 03:28 AM	#7
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