The Alert: Barbara Deer

In this episode of Hunting 4 Answers : On April 14, 2026, an Apple Watch alert raised concern when family members could not reach 51-year-old Barbara Deer at her Chicago home. As unanswered messages and a locked door deepened that concern, police were called to conduct a wellness check.

Inside, officers discovered Barbara and her 23-year-old son, Kaleb Deer, deceased. As investigators worked to determine what happened, the case shocked Chicago and left many searching for answers.

This is the story of Barbara Deer. See for privacy information.