Introduction to the Incident

The victims in the apparently related deaths of a woman and two children who were pulled from Lake Michigan on the South Side on Saturday have been identified.

Identification of the Victims

The three were identified as a 31-year-old woman named Drake Patton of Chicago, a 6-year-old boy named Wyatt Bryden Patton and a 1-year-old girl named Jream Jaycee Washington of Matteson, according to the Cook County medical examiner’s office.

Sequence of Events

Around 11:20 a.m. Saturday, officials pulled Jream from the lake at 57th Street Beach in Hyde Park, police said. She was pronounced dead at the scene. Three hours later, Patton and Wyatt were found in the lake near 63rd Street Beach in Jackson Park, police said. Both were pronounced dead at the scene.

Investigation Details

Police say the deaths appear to be connected and domestic-related. According to the medical examiner’s office, autopsies to determine the cause and manner of their deaths were inconclusive and pending further tests. Area 1 detectives are investigating.

Conclusion

The tragic incident has shaken the community, highlighting the importance of addressing domestic disputes and seeking help when needed. The investigation is ongoing, and the community awaits the outcome, hoping for justice for the victims.

FAQs

Q: Who were the victims found in Lake Michigan?
A: The victims were identified as Drake Patton, 31, Wyatt Bryden Patton, 6, and Jream Jaycee Washington, 1.
Q: Where were the bodies found?
A: The bodies were found at 57th Street Beach in Hyde Park and 63rd Street Beach in Jackson Park.
Q: What is the suspected cause of death?
A: The deaths appear to be connected and domestic-related, but autopsies were inconclusive and further tests are pending.
Q: Who is investigating the incident?
A: Area 1 detectives are investigating the incident.