Jason Hudson, the brother of singer and actress Jennifer Hudson, was found shot to death at his mother's Chicago home on October 24, 2008. His mother, Darnell Donerson, was also found dead. Julian King, Hudson's 7-year-old nephew, was taken from the scene and found dead on October 27, 2008.ABC News: Police Confirm Body Found Is Hudson's Missing Nephew (October 27, 2008)
In December 2008, William Balfour was charged with the murders of all three members of the Hudson family. In January 2009, he pleaded not guilty to the crimes.CNN: Huson's Brother-In -Law Returns to Court (January 20, 2009)
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According to police, the incident may have been related to a "domestic disturbance"Access Hollywood: Jennifer Hudson's Mother, Brother Found Dead (October 24, 2008)
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A handgun, believed to be the murder weapon, was found in a lot near the SUV where King's body was foundTMZ: Murder Weapon Recovered (October 30, 2008)
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A private memorial service is being held for the family on Monday November 3, 2008EOnline: Police: Hudson's Nephew Likely Died in SUV (October 30, 2008)
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