Jennifer Hudson’s Brother-In-Law Arrested

December 2nd, 2008

William Balfour  

William Balfour

Chicago Police have arrested William Balfour,  the estranged brother-in-law of R&B Singer and actress Jennifer Hudson.  He will be charged with three counts for the October slayings of Hudson’s mother, brother and young nephew, authorities said today. “He was released to Chicago detectives,” Chicago Police Department spokeswoman Monique Bond said. Balfour, 27, who was married to Hudson’s sister Julia, was a person of interest after the slayings and was detained and questioned by police but not charged. Balfour, who was also imprisoned for violating his parole on a previous attempted murder conviction, was scheduled to have a hearing on Wednesday. Police did not reveal the evidence that led to Balfour’s arrest but he now faces charges for the slaying that tore the Oscar winner’s family apart and grabbed the attention of the nation in late October. Balfour will be charged for the shooting deaths of Hudson’s mother, Darnell Donerson, 57, brother, Jason Hudson, 29, and 7-year-old nephew, Julian King. Donerson and Jason Hudson were found shot to death on October 24 in Donerson’s home on the South Side of Chicago. Four days later, Hudson’s young nephew’s body was found in a stolen sport utility vehicle parked and abandoned on the West Side of the Windy City. A gun reportedly used in the slayings was found close to the SUV.

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C Williams Said on

I am just sadden by this disturbing act of violence. You know “we” just don’t do this type of act. I am not surprised but soooooooo disappointed. If this person performed this terrible act of violence, he has not seen the wrath of what the Lord has in store for him. Jennifer and Julia, I pray that you guys are able to heal (if you will) from this terrible part of your lives. May the peace of God be with you…….and remember your son/nephew is soooooooooo in peace and safe from all evil. Jennifer sing yourself thru this, you will be fine….God loves you both.

Love and Peace



Taylor Harris Said on

Jennifer gurl i am prayin 4 u gurl i know its hard but u will be alright i know your momma was u sunshine but it will be ok luv yo gurl Taylor Harris



Brandi Said on

I am glad that the police were able to make an arrest in this tragic case…but in the same breath, I am puzzled.about.some of the comments being made. None of us should be judging Julian’s mother for her grieving in public. Whether there is more to the story or not, she is entitled to grieve however she wants. If Jennifer hudson’s bro-in-law is the killer, may he receive the highest punishment available. May God bless the family as they seek closure and the strength that only God can provide.



Wesley Said on

This is a very great thing that this man is being charged. My prayers go out to Jennifer and her family.



BLESSED Said on

I am very happy that they are finally getting to the bottom of this case- my prayers go out to the Hudson family. I prayed that closure would soon come for Jennifer and her family…it was a terrible thing to witness just as her fan and I know she is heartbroken, but weeping only endures for a nite Jen..and joy cometh in the morning…so don’t worry because revenge belongs to the Lord. Let God take care of everything!



Abigail Said on

I am praying for jennifer and her family. at least she has her husband to comfort her. i am so glad that they found the killer. i hope he rots in hell



Viki Said on

This is a very sad thing that happen. But I agree with the one that said the sister was a little to calm over her child. My god the day after they found him she was on my space adding comments. I feel too that she is a little to calm for that to have been her child…



Gods_Angel Said on

I hope the police did a thorough investigation. That crime scene seemed too much like a home invasion robbery. It happens often when someone in the house is in them streets.

Did JHud’s brother Jason have a job? Was he in them streets? One of them neighbors saw something, but I bet they scared to say something. Because who gonna protect them if they tell? The police? I doubt it.



Vinnie Barrett Said on

GOD BLESS JENNIFER HUDSON AND THE REST OF HER DEAR FAMILY
OUR FAMILY IS PRAYING FOR YOU TO MOVE ON UP A LITTLE HIGHER.
KEEP STEADY WITH YOUR DREAMS.
GOD WOULD WANT IT THAT WAY.

VINNIE



Jaqunya Said on

This is a tragedy. Where is Jennifer’s sister? Was she ever found? Don’t even take this mess to trial. Just set the date to put him to sleep forever.



Jwrtr68 Said on

We have to elevate ourselves now folks…Now! Jennifer will rise from these spiritual ashes and be ever more beautiful and stronger than she or any of us couldv’e ever imagined. WE NEED TO STOP IDOLIZING CRIMINAL(S)!!! I don’t give a s*** that they may be family, friends, grew up with and/or around us. This is what keeps us from our true place in America (and rest the world) as black people, the original mothers and fathers humanity. No more excuses…OBAMA WON THE PRESIDENCY. Niggas shut the f*** up!! BLACK PEOPLE STAND UP!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We can be the leaders of humanity AGAIN….



Verneita of Atlanta Said on

Jennifer and family – may GOD be with you all – as it is difficult for anyone to lose a loved one – let alone an innocent 7 year old and to such a violent crime – keep the faith and continue to trust in HIM and HE alone will see you through.

My family and my prayers are with you all. GOD bless.



God's_Angel Said on

Hey, why do my post say Dec 2? It’s Dec 1.



pats1015 Said on

I need to hear more about why they charged this guy. Do you think they are trying to close this case quick?



sweetface Said on

Thank God. Now this family can move on and put this behind them. Although their family members are gone, they can finally have some peace in knowing that he can’t hurt another family. I knew that fool knew something!



Brittney Young Said on

I JUST WANTED TOO LET YOU KNOW THAT I KNOW HOW IT FEELS TO LOSE A LOVE ONE AND MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.AND ALSO I AM A BIG FAN AND I LOVE YOUR VOICE DON’T LET IT GO TO WASTED. GOD BLESS YOU



Mike Said on

I’m not suprised that he’s the one charged for this horrific crime. It sounds like they took the time they needed to gather the evidence against him. If he’s convicted, may the court system have the guts to bring some closure by invoking the death penalty.



Edward P. Said on

I KNEW HE DID IT I KNEW HE DID IT I KNEW HE DID IT!!!!!!! PRAISE THE LORD HE IS IN JAIL NOW LOCK HIS ASS UP AND LET JENNIFER AND JULIA THROW AWAY THE KEY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!



GARY Said on

we’re all are really sorry about this in JAMAICA. for what happen.but glad to know that they caught him



cee cee Said on

MAY HEART GOES OUT TO JENNIFER HUDSON AND FAMILY..,BUT I HAVE TO SAY I HAVE BEEN FOLLOWING THIS TRAGIC CASE SINCE IT HAPPENED AND I WILL AGREE WITH THE PEOPLE ABOUT JENNIFER SISTER .., I THINK SHE MAY HAVE KNOWN WHAT HAPPENED, NOT NECESSARILY BEEN INVOLVED ..,BUT SHE WAS WAY TO CALM AND ALSO SHE USUALLY COMES HOME AFTER WORK AND WHEN THE BODIES WERE FOUND SHE COULD NOT BE LOCATED ..,SO I PRAY TO GOD IF SHE DID HAVE SOMETHING TO DO WITH IT THAT SHE IS BOUGHT TO JUSTICE ALSO W/HER ESTRANGED HUSBAND .., NO BODY DESERVES WHAT HAPPENED TO THIS FAMILY..,MAY GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU JENNIFER AND YOU WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS