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Lifeguard Faces Murder Charges After Fatal Shooting of Teens at Chicago Park, Community in Shock

CHICAGO — A lifeguard has been ordered to remain in custody ahead of his trial for a shooting that left a 15-year-old boy dead and another teen seriously injured at Douglass Park. Charles Leto, 55, faces multiple charges, including first-degree murder and attempted murder. During his first court appearance, a judge noted concerns about Leto’s judgment and determined he poses a threat to public safety. Authorities allege that Leto intentionally targeted the two teens in …

Lifeguard Faces Murder Charges After Fatal Shooting of Teen Near Chicago Pool, Linking Tragedy to Laquan McDonald Case

CHICAGO — A lifeguard employed by the Chicago Park District is facing serious charges after a shooting incident near Douglass Park’s swimming pool that left one teenager dead and another critically injured. On Sunday, Charles Leto, 55, was ordered held until trial following his initial court appearance, where he faced multiple charges, including first-degree murder and attempted murder. The shooting occurred Thursday evening when Leto allegedly fired on two teenagers, 15-year-old Marjay Dotson, who died …

Lifeguard Charged with Murder After Shooting Incident at Chicago Park Claims Self-Defense

Chicago, Illinois — A lifeguard with the Chicago Park District has been charged with murder after a shooting incident at Douglass Park left one teenager dead and another critically injured. Charles Leto, 55, of Lake View, faces several serious felony charges, including first-degree murder and attempted murder. He is scheduled to appear in court on Sunday. The incident unfolded on Thursday evening around 7 p.m. when two teens, Marjay Dotson, 15, and Jeremy Herred, 14, …

Lifeguard at Chicago Park Charged with Murder After Shooting Teen Cousin of Laquan McDonald

Chicago — A lifeguard employed by the Chicago Park District has been charged with murder and attempted murder following a shooting that left two teenagers injured, one fatally, near Douglass Park’s swimming pool. Charles Leto, 55, faces multiple charges, including first-degree murder after the incident occurred Thursday evening. According to authorities, the shooting took place around 7 p.m. as the boys, ages 14 and 15, were lingering in the park near a basketball court after …