CHICAGO, IL – A 44-year-old man has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder in connection with the killing of a mother in the Austin neighborhood earlier this month. Kenneth Brown is accused of shooting and killing 34-year-old Maria Roque on Dec. 13. Reportedly, the incident took place in front of her home near Long Avenue and Kinzie while her 8-year-old daughter was in the car nearby. Her 14-year-old son attempted to perform CPR but was unable to save her.
Brown is set to appear at a detention hearing on Sunday. No further information about the case was immediately available. The tragic incident has left the community in shock and has raised concerns about the safety of residents in the area.
The family is devastated by the loss of their loved one, and the impact on Roque’s children is immeasurable. The community has come together to show support for the family during this difficult time, and advocates for domestic violence prevention have expressed the need for increased awareness and resources for those in vulnerable situations.
The murder of Maria Roque has sent shockwaves through the Austin neighborhood, and the arrest of Kenneth Brown has brought some relief to the community. The tragic event has also sparked conversations about the importance of addressing domestic violence and providing support to those in need. As the case develops, the community hopes to see justice served for Maria Roque and her loved ones.
Kenneth Brown, 44, has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder in connection with the shooting and killing of Maria Roque, 34, in the Austin neighborhood earlier this month. He is scheduled to appear at a detention hearing on Sunday. The tragic incident has sparked conversations about domestic violence prevention and the need for increased support for those in vulnerable situations.