Hoffman Estates Man Attacked 87-Year-Old Neighbor, Police Say

Introduction to the Incident

A Hoffman Estates man was charged with attempted murder in connection with an attack on his 87-year-old neighbor on Thursday afternoon.

Michael Fleming, 35, was charged with attempted murder, aggravated battery of a victim over the age of 60, aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, and aggravated battery causing great bodily harm, according to Hoffman Estates police.

Details of the Attack

What We Know

Around 3:39 p.m. on Friday, police responded to the 3500 block of Hillside Court for a report of a fight.
Officers arrived and found an 87-year-old man with apparent cuts to his body, including the throat.
The 911 caller told authorities that the other man involved in the fight had fled the scene.
Before the victim was taken to Lutheran General Hospital, he told officers the name of the alleged suspect.
A short time later, police found the suspect near Otis Road in Barrington Hills and arrested him without incident, and identified him as Fleming.
The suspect is a known acquaintance of the victim.
Cook County prosecutors approved charges against Fleming. Police said the alleged attack appeared to be isolated and there was no immediate danger to the public.

What We Don’t Know

It was unclear exactly what led to the alleged attack.

Conclusion

The attack on an 87-year-old neighbor by a Hoffman Estates man has resulted in serious charges, including attempted murder. The incident is under investigation, but it appears to be an isolated event with no broader threat to public safety. The community is likely to be concerned about such a violent act, especially given the age and vulnerability of the victim.

FAQs

1. Who was involved in the attack?

   • An 87-year-old man was the victim, and the suspect is Michael Fleming, 35, a known acquaintance of the victim.

2. What charges has Michael Fleming faced?

   • Fleming has been charged with attempted murder, aggravated battery of a victim over the age of 60, aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, and aggravated battery causing great bodily harm.

3. Is there a danger to the public?

   • According to police, the alleged attack appears to be isolated, and there is no immediate danger to the public.

4. What happened to the victim?

   • The victim was found with apparent cuts to his body, including the throat, and was taken to Lutheran General Hospital for treatment.
5. How was the suspect caught?
   • The suspect was found near Otis Road in Barrington Hills a short time after the incident and was arrested without incident.