Introduction to the Incident

Police are investigating the death of a man found bound, gagged and wearing an electronic ankle monitor on the floor of a Bridgeport apartment Tuesday night. The discovery was made by a 27-year-old man who returned from work to his three-bedroom apartment in the 1000 block of West 31st Street.

Discovery of the Body

Around 6:30 p.m., the man found the victim lying face down on the kitchen floor, according to police reports. The victim’s arms and legs were bound with rope and wire, and his head was wrapped in a blanket. A piece of clothing was found shoved in his mouth, and an electronic monitor was attached to his ankle, the report said.

Initial Response and Investigation

The witness, who lived with the victim, flagged down officers. The victim, whose name was not released, was pronounced dead at the scene at 7:10 p.m., according to the police report. It was not clear what caused his death. An autopsy is scheduled, according to the Cook County medical examiner’s office.

Electronic Ankle Monitor and Prior Charges

The Cook County sheriff’s office referred questions about the electronic monitor to the Office of the Chief Judge. A spokesperson for the chief judge said the victim, 27, was on EM with the adult probation department. Court records show he was arrested in March on aggravated unlawful possession of a weapon and possession of a controlled substance charges.

Missing Items and Living Situation

The 27-year-old told officers he saw the man “in good health” before leaving for work Tuesday around 9 a.m., officials said. His PlayStation 5, $700 and two pairs of shoes were missing from his bedroom. The man, the victim and two brothers each rented a bedroom in the apartment, authorities said.

Reaction of the Witness

The man who found the body declined to answer questions when reached by a Sun-Times reporter. Detectives had no motive for the slaying, which is being investigated as a homicide. No arrests have been made.

Conclusion

The investigation into the death of the man found bound and gagged in a Bridgeport apartment is ongoing. With no clear motive or arrests made, the community awaits further updates on the case. The presence of an electronic ankle monitor and prior charges against the victim add complexities to the investigation, highlighting the need for a thorough examination of the circumstances surrounding his death.

FAQs

1. Where was the body found?
   • The body was found in a Bridgeport apartment on the 1000 block of West 31st Street.
2. What was the condition of the body?
   • The victim was found bound, gagged, and wearing an electronic ankle monitor.
3. Have any arrests been made?
   • No, as of the latest reports, no arrests have been made.
4. What is known about the victim’s background?
   • The victim was on electronic monitoring with the adult probation department and had prior charges for aggravated unlawful possession of a weapon and possession of a controlled substance.
5. What items were reported missing from the scene?
   • A PlayStation 5, $700, and two pairs of shoes were missing from the victim’s bedroom.