Prosecutors: Dominique Hodrick was aiming for rival, but shot veteran Brooks teacher Betty Howard instead

BY RUMMANA HUSSAIN Chicago Sun-Times Dominique Hodrick had an ongoing dispute with a man nicknamed “Nookie,” so when Hodrick saw his rival driving in a car on the South Side he allegedly opened fire. Hodrick missed “Nookie,” but he shot and killed veteran special education teacher Betty Howard in the chest while she worked her … Read more →

Dominique Hodrick charged with murder in death of Brooks teacher Betty Howard

Dominique Hodrick / Photo from Chicago Police Dominique Hodrick has been charged with murder for allegedly shooting 58-year-old Brooks special education teacher Betty Howard last month in the Chatham neighborhood. Hodrick is accused of shooting Howard about 5:30 p.m. in the 7900 block of South Evans Avenue, authorities said. Howard, of the 2200 block of … Read more →

Dominique Hodrick

  • Arrested: June 10, 2014
  • Age: 33
  • Gender: Male
  • Race: Black

Suspected in the May 29, 2014 death of Betty Howard.

Photo credit: Dominique Hodrick / Photo from Chicago Police