Four sought in fatal bludgeoning of man, 25, after fight in Avondale tavern

Police asking for public's help identifying suspects linked to deadly assault outside Chicago bar

Apr. 7, 2026 at 8:44pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a shattered glass tumbler against a pitch-black background, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, creating a stark, gritty aesthetic that conceptually represents the violent crime scene.The violent bludgeoning of a young man outside an Avondale bar has left the community shaken and searching for answers.Chicago Today

Chicago police are seeking the public's help in identifying four people they want to question in connection with the fatal bludgeoning of a 25-year-old man who died after a fight at an Avondale bar last month. Alexander C. Kazanowski was found unresponsive with head injuries outside the bar on March 24 and later died on March 28 from blunt head trauma due to an assault, according to officials.

Why it matters

Violent crimes like this fatal assault outside a neighborhood bar raise concerns about public safety and the need for better conflict resolution and security measures in local establishments to prevent such tragedies. The investigation could also shed light on any underlying tensions or issues within the Avondale community that may have contributed to the incident.

The details

According to police, Kazanowski was 'forcibly removed' from the Tune Up Bar on Belmont Avenue after a fight broke out. He was later found unresponsive on the ground outside with head injuries around 3:20 a.m. on March 24. Kazanowski was taken to a nearby hospital in critical condition but died on March 28. An autopsy determined he died from blunt head trauma due to an assault, and his death was ruled a homicide.

  • Kazanowski was found unresponsive outside the bar around 3:20 a.m. on March 24, 2026.
  • Kazanowski died on March 28, 2026 at 3:31 p.m.

The players

Alexander C. Kazanowski

A 25-year-old man who died from blunt head trauma after an assault outside an Avondale bar.

Tune Up Bar

The bar located at 3910 W. Belmont Ave. in the Avondale neighborhood of Chicago where the initial fight took place.

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What’s next

Detectives are urging anyone with information about the attack or the four people they want to question to contact them at (312) 746-6614 or submit an anonymous tip at CPDTIP.com.

The takeaway

This tragic incident highlights the need for improved security measures, conflict de-escalation training, and community engagement efforts to prevent violence in and around local bars and nightlife establishments. Addressing the root causes of such conflicts is crucial to improving public safety in neighborhoods like Avondale.