Man charged with 2024 Chicago murder arrested in Iowa

Christopher Maxwell was extradited to Chicago and charged with first-degree murder in a fatal shooting

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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A 56-year-old man has been charged with first-degree murder in the fatal shooting of a 29-year-old man on Chicago's South Side in 2024. Christopher Maxwell was arrested in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and extradited to Chicago, where he was formally charged with the crime.

Why it matters

Homicides have been a major concern in Chicago in recent years, with the city seeing a rise in gun violence. This arrest highlights the efforts of law enforcement to track down and apprehend suspects in these cases, even years after the crime occurred.

The details

According to police, Maxwell was identified as the suspect in the August 22, 2024 shooting that happened around 4:16 p.m. in the 1300 block of East 53rd Street in the Hyde Park neighborhood. The victim was shot and killed during an argument with Maxwell.

  • The shooting occurred on August 22, 2024 around 4:16 p.m.
  • Maxwell was arrested on Monday in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
  • Maxwell is scheduled for a detention hearing on Tuesday.

The players

Christopher Maxwell

A 56-year-old man charged with first-degree murder in the 2024 shooting.

The Victim

A 29-year-old man who was fatally shot during an argument with Maxwell in 2024.

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What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Christopher Maxwell out on bail.

The takeaway

This arrest demonstrates the persistence of law enforcement in tracking down suspects in homicide cases, even years after the crime occurred, underscoring the gravity of these incidents and the commitment to seeking justice for victims and their families.