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Chicago Police Charge Jonathan Roldan With First-Degree Murder in Humboldt Park Killing

The case now moves to a first court hearing soon.

Overview

  • Chicago police said they charged Jonathan Roldan, 35, with first-degree murder in the fatal shooting of Andrew Garay.
  • Detectives arrested Roldan this week, and authorities said a court appearance is scheduled soon.
  • Police said Garay, 30, was shot while seated in his car in the Humboldt Park area after dropping off his girlfriend and her daughter.
  • Relatives said Garay was a U.S. Army veteran who worked as a package delivery driver, hoped to join the police, and cared for his 7-year-old daughter.
  • Investigators have not disclosed a motive, and the case now shifts from investigative work to the prosecution phase.