Chicago, Illinois – Authorities have apprehended a suspect linked to a deadly triple shooting on Chicago’s South Side that occurred earlier this year. The U.S. Marshals successfully captured 32-year-old Ricardo Gonzales, a reputed member of a Venezuelan street gang known as Tren De Aragua.
Gonzales was taken into custody in Cobb County, Georgia, by law enforcement officials during a coordinated operation involving multiple agencies. The arrest was made in connection to charges of kidnapping, first-degree murder, and attempted first-degree murder stemming from the January incident in Chicago.
The incident involved Gonzales allegedly kidnapping three women and bringing them to a location in the South Shore neighborhood, where they were shot. Tragically, two of the women lost their lives in the attack, while the third victim managed to escape despite sustaining gunshot wounds to the face and chest.
The survivor sought help from nearby residents, with one individual, Elaine McKinney, stepping in to provide assistance and alert authorities. The arrest of Gonzales marks a significant development in the case, shedding light on the brutal nature of the crime and the impact it had on the community.
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office has identified one of the deceased victims as 37-year-old Oriana Rodriguez. Acting Director Mark Pittella of the U.S. Marshals Service emphasized the collaborative effort put forth by law enforcement to ensure that justice is served in this tragic case.
Gonzales is currently being held in a jail facility in Georgia pending extradition to Chicago to face the charges against him. Authorities have not provided further details on the case at this time as the investigation continues to unfold. The swift action taken to apprehend the suspect highlights the ongoing efforts to bring closure to the victims and their families affected by this senseless act of violence.