Crime
19-year-old Tabarak Al Najjar found dead in Cal Sag Channel
ALSIP, Ill. — Authorities have identified a 19-year-old woman who died after being discovered in the Cal Sag Channel on Tuesday afternoon.
According to officials, emergency crews from the Alsip Fire Department and officers with the Palos Heights Police Department responded at approximately 4:30 p.m. to the area near 131st Street following reports of a person in the water.
Upon arrival, first responders located a young woman in the channel and immediately initiated rescue efforts.
The victim was removed from the water and transported to a nearby hospital in critical condition.
Despite lifesaving measures, she was later pronounced deceased.
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office has identified the victim as Tabarak Al Najjar, 19, of Crestwood.
At this time, authorities have not released additional details regarding the circumstances surrounding the incident.
It remains unclear how the woman entered the water, and officials have not indicated whether foul play is suspected.
The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to determine the cause and manner of death.
NORRIDGE, Ill. — A man and woman, both 41 years old, were found dead inside a residence in Norridge on Monday evening, November 2, 2026, in what investigators are treating as an apparent murder-suicide.
The victims were identified as Ashley E. Rivera, 41, of Norridge, and Dean Rivera, 41.
According to preliminary information, Norridge police officers responded to a well-being check at approximately 6:43 p.m. Monday in the 4100 block of Ozanam Avenue.
When officers arrived and entered the residence, they discovered two people deceased inside.
Investigators said preliminary evidence indicates that Dean Rivera allegedly killed Ashley E. Rivera before taking his own life. Authorities have not publicly released the specific circumstances surrounding the deaths.
Police have also not disclosed the cause of death, confirmed the relationship between the two individuals, or provided information about what may have led to the incident.
Authorities believe the incident was isolated and have stated that there is no ongoing threat to the surrounding community.
The deaths have left family members, friends, and others in the Norridge community mourning the loss of two people. As the investigation continues, many questions surrounding the circumstances of the tragedy remain unanswered.
Our heartfelt condolences go out to the families, friends, and loved ones of Ashley and Dean Rivera during this difficult time.
The investigation remains ongoing, and additional information may be released as it becomes available.