CHICAGO, IL — Authorities are investigating a tragic incident after 52-year-old Yolanda “MzYon” Bonds was found deceased from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound near 81st Street and Ingleside Avenue.

Police responded to the area after receiving reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers and emergency personnel discovered Bonds with a gunshot wound to the head. Despite their efforts, she was pronounced dead at the scene.

Detectives confirmed that the shooting appeared to be self-inflicted. The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office has been notified and will conduct an autopsy to officially determine the cause and manner of death.

At this time, authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident, though no foul play is suspected.

The loss of Yolanda Bonds has left family, friends, and community members heartbroken. Known to many as “MzYon,” she will be remembered for the life she lived and the impact she had on those around her.