Baby Boy Who Survived Premature Birth After Mother’s Fatal Shooting Dies
Tragic Turn of Events
A baby boy born prematurely after his mother was shot and killed in Portage Park has died, according to the Cook County Medical Examiner. The baby boy survived for seven days before he died of “complications of prematurity,” according to officials.
Shooting and Death of Mother
The shooting that killed the baby’s mother occurred at around 4:50 a.m. on January 16 in the 5800 block of West Newport Avenue. Chicago police said a 35-year-old pregnant woman was shot in the chest and transported in critical condition to Illinois Masonic Hospital, where she later died.
Details of the Shooting
According to police, Robert Pasco, 42, shot and killed Edith Castrejon, 35, in a domestic-related incident. Prosecutors said Castrejon reached over and grabbed a gun under Pasco’s pillow, which caused him to wake up and fatally shoot her in the chest. Pasco is a convicted felon and police said he hid the nine millimeter ghost gun in a closet before police arrived.
Investigation and Court Proceedings
Prosecutors declined to file murder charges in the case and only approved the felony gun charge, but police said the investigation is ongoing. At Pasco’s first court hearing, prosecutors tried unsuccessfully to persuade the judge that he was a case of clear and present danger, but the judge denied the state’s request to detain him until trial. Pasco is due back in court in February.
Conclusion
The tragic death of the baby boy and his mother is a devastating reminder of the senseless violence that plagues our society. Our thoughts and condolences go out to the family and loved ones of the victims.
FAQs
Q: What was the cause of the baby boy’s death?
A: The baby boy died of “complications of prematurity” after surviving for seven days.
Q: Who was the suspect in the shooting?
A: Robert Pasco, 42, was the suspect in the shooting.
Q: What was the motive behind the shooting?
A: The shooting was deemed domestic-related.
Q: What charges was Pasco facing?
A: Pasco was facing a felony gun charge, but prosecutors declined to file murder charges.
