Rogers Park, Chicago shooting: New details about Jose Medina, suspect in death of Sheridan Gorman, Loyola student shot and killed Jose Medina’s pretrial detention hearing has been delayed as authorities confirm he is receiving treatment for tuberculosis at Illinois Masonic Hospital. The postponement follows new revelations about the shooting that allegedly led to the death of Sheridan Gorman, a Loyola University freshman. Medina, 25, faces felony charges of first-degree murder and aggravated use of a firearm. According to police, Medina allegedly shot and killed Gorman, who was walking in Rogers Park with friends on Thursday. The incident occurred near a pier where Medina was reportedly hiding. Witnesses told investigators they noticed a man with a slow gait near the area, later identified through facial recognition as Medina. The suspect was seen wearing a mask and all-black clothing, and he allegedly fired shots as the group ran. Gorman, from New York, was struck in the back and died from her injuries. Authorities revealed that Medina, an undocumented immigrant, has a history of legal troubles. The Department of Homeland Security confirmed he entered the U.S. illegally in 2023 and was arrested by Border Patrol that year. Chicago police later charged him with retail theft at a Macy’s store, but he failed to appear for the hearing, leading to an arrest warrant. Prosecutors stated Medina remained in Chicago despite his prior arrests, raising concerns about how he was allowed to stay in the country. Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza emphasized that the suspect must be held accountable under the law, which would include deportation after his criminal trial.#sheridan_gorman #jose_medina #rogers_park #illinois_masonic_hospital #loyola_university
