Man Charged with Possessing Shank in Jail While Awaiting Trial for Loyola Student's Murder
A man facing trial for the murder of Loyola student Sheridan Gorman was charged with possessing a six-inch shank in Cook County Jail. Jose Medina, who has been in custody since March 23, was found with the alleged weapon by corrections staff. He was charged with possession of contraband in a penal institution, a felony. Gorman was fatally shot on March 19 while walking with friends on Tobey Prinz Beach. Medina allegedly opened fire on the group, resulting in Gorman's death. Her parents criticized the justice system for failing to protect their daughter and vowed to seek justice for her. Medina is scheduled for a court hearing on June 1, and it is unclear if the new charge will impact the proceedings.