Reanna Hammad, a 21-year-old woman from Orland Park, Illinois, who was reported missing on Friday, was found dead early Sunday morning in a wooded area in unincorporated Palos Township, according to Cook County authorities.
Body Discovered in Spears Woods
Officials confirmed that Hammad’s body was located around 5:50 a.m. on Sunday by a search party in Spears Woods, near West 87th Street and South LaGrange Road. The discovery was made in a forest preserve managed by the Forest Preserves of Cook County, which is now leading the investigation.
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office is currently working to determine the exact cause of death.
Timeline of Disappearance
Reanna Hammad was last seen by her mother at around 11 a.m. on Friday at their home in Orland Park. The Cook County Sheriff’s Office reported that evidence indicated Hammad may have been in the vicinity of Spears Woods later that same day.
She was described as:
- Height: 5 feet, 6 inches
- Weight: 145 pounds
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Black
- Clothing: Black sweater, black pants, and a black hijab
Investigation and Official Statements
As of now, no foul play is suspected, but the investigation remains ongoing.
In a statement shared on Facebook, the Orland Park Police Department expressed condolences:
“The Orland Park Police Department expresses our deepest condolences to the family of Reanna Hammad… The Cook County Sheriff’s Office is conducting the investigation. No foul play is suspected.”
The Cook County Sheriff’s Office, along with Forest Preserves police, is continuing to examine the case.
What’s Next?
Authorities have not yet released additional details about the circumstances surrounding Reanna Hammad’s death. The public is urged to remain patient as the investigation unfolds and as the Medical Examiner finalizes the cause of death.
Conclusion
The tragic discovery of Reanna Hammad has left the Orland Park and greater Cook County communities mourning. While authorities have ruled out foul play for now, the full details surrounding her death remain unclear. Law enforcement officials continue to investigate, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.