Man Accused of Stalking, Choking, Kicking, Punching Lincoln Park Restaurateur
Extortion Charges Filed
A man has been indicted on extortion charges after allegedly assaulting and threatening a Lincoln Park restaurateur who he claimed owed him a debt.
Background of the Incident
Jawad Fakroune, 45, lent the business owner about $405,000 in 2023 and 2024 to start a new restaurant in Lincoln Park, according to the U.S. attorney’s office for the Northern District of Illinois.
Confrontation and Assault
The restaurateur had repaid about $160,000 of the loan by Nov. 25 last year. Fakroune confronted the owner that day at one of their restaurants and claimed he was still owed $1.5 million, prosecutors allege in a criminal complaint.
Alleged Assault
Fakroune “stalked” the owner through the restaurant and then choked, punched, and kicked them while demanding payment, the complaint states. He also allegedly threatened the restaurateur and their family’s lives.
Charges and Court Appearance
Fakroune is charged with three counts of extortion. He is due in court on Wednesday.
Conclusion
The alleged actions of Fakroune are a serious violation of the restaurateur’s rights and safety. It is essential that the perpetrator is held accountable for their actions and that the victim receives justice.
FAQs
Q: What were the allegations against Fakroune?
A: Fakroune allegedly assaulted and threatened a Lincoln Park restaurateur who he claimed owed him a debt.
Q: How much did Fakroune lend the restaurateur?
A: Fakroune lent the business owner about $405,000 in 2023 and 2024.
Q: What is the current status of the case?
A: Fakroune is charged with three counts of extortion and is due in court on Wednesday.
