Man charged with attempted murder and kidnapping on chicago's south side

Man Charged with Attempted Murder and Kidnapping on Chicago’s South Side

September 18, 2023

CHICAGO, IL – Melvin Jordan, 47, residing in the 7700 block of S. Marshfield, has been charged with multiple felony counts including two counts of attempted first-degree murder, two counts of aggravated kidnapping with a weapon, and two counts of aggravated unlawful restraint.

Jordan also faces one count of unlawful use of a weapon by a felon. He will appear in Central Bond Court at 2600 S. California on September 1.

According to police, Jordan was arrested on August 29, at 1:15 p.m. in the same block where he resides. About an hour prior to his arrest, he allegedly brandished a weapon and unlawfully confined two victims inside a residence.

Responding officers were able to enter the premises, allowing the victims to escape unharmed. Jordan was arrested at the scene and subsequently charged.

Erica Schmidt

Erica Schmidt is a graduate of Philadelphia university HFU. She began interning with Shore News Network in 2022 and continues her passion for topics related to New Jersey, Health, Travel, and the Jersey Shore in 2026.

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