Overview
- Sheridan Gorman, 18, was shot in the head around 1:30 a.m. on March 19 at the Tobey Prinz Beach pier while walking with friends, and police say she was not the intended target.
- Chicago police confirm a person of interest is being questioned, and multiple outlets report a 25-year-old Rogers Park man was arrested for questioning but has not been charged.
- An arrest report cited by the Chicago Tribune and Loyola Phoenix says surveillance video and a distinct limp helped investigators identify the person of interest.
- Gorman’s family called the killing murder, demanded accountability, and urged anyone with information to contact authorities.
- Loyola University held a vigil, expanded counseling resources, and said there is no known ongoing threat to campus as detectives continue to seek tips.