Prosecution of National Guardsman's Murder in Chicago

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Federal prosecutors have taken on the case of the 2021 murder of National Guardsman Chrys Carvajal in Chicago after Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx’s office refused to charge a gang member in the killing. Two Milwaukee Kings gang members have been charged with racketeering and murder in connection with the death.

Key Points

  • Federal prosecutors have taken over the case of Chrys Carvajal's murder after Cook County State's Attorney's office declined to charge a suspect
  • Two Milwaukee Kings gang members have been charged with racketeering and murder in connection with the killing
  • Carvajal was shot and killed on July 3, 2021, in Chicago's Northwest Side

Pros

  • Justice for the victim and his family
  • Federal involvement may lead to a more thorough investigation

Cons

  • Initial delay in charging the suspects by Cook County prosecutors
  • Failure to charge the suspect earlier despite evidence