CHICAGO, IL – An 18-year-old man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of a 26-year-old woman last month on Chicago’s West Side.
Police said Evan Reich, of the 3100 block of West Granville Avenue, was taken into custody on Friday.
Investigators identified Reich as one of the suspects in the September 13 shooting that killed a 26-year-old woman in the 3400 block of West Wabansia Avenue in the city’s 14th District.
Key Points
- 18-year-old Evan Reich charged with first-degree murder and attempted murder
- Shooting occurred September 13 in the 3400 block of W. Wabansia Ave
- Reich was arrested October 17 and appeared in court Sunday
Arrest and charges
Authorities confirmed Reich faces one felony count of first-degree murder and one count of attempted first-degree murder. The arrest came after several weeks of investigation into the September killing. Police did not release details about the circumstances of the shooting or what led to Reich being identified as a suspect.
Court appearance
Reich appeared Sunday at a detention hearing at the Cook County Criminal Courthouse, located at 2600 South California Avenue. He remains in custody pending further court proceedings.
Ongoing investigation
Chicago Police said no additional information is available at this time and did not confirm whether other suspects are being sought in connection with the case. The investigation remains active.