Chicago man charged in Humboldt Park murder of 30-year-old

Police say the suspect approached the victim in a parked car and opened fire

Apr. 12, 2026 at 2:08am

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An extreme close-up of a spent shell casing on a dark, textured surface, lit by a harsh camera flash, conceptually representing the aftermath of a violent crime.A grim reminder of the toll of gun violence in Chicago, as authorities investigate a fatal shooting in the Humboldt Park neighborhood.Chicago Today

A 35-year-old Chicago man, Jonathan Roldan, has been charged with first-degree murder in the January shooting death of 30-year-old Andrew William Garay in the city's Humboldt Park neighborhood. Police say Roldan fatally shot Garay, an army veteran, after approaching his parked car and opening fire.

Why it matters

Gun violence and homicides remain a major public safety concern in Chicago, with the city seeing a rise in violent crime in recent years. This case highlights the ongoing challenges in addressing gun violence and providing support for veterans and their families.

The details

According to police, on January 23, Roldan approached Garay's parked car in the 3500 block of W. Wabansia Avenue in Humboldt Park and opened fire, striking Garay in the head. Garay was taken to Mt. Sinai Hospital, where he later died. Roldan was arrested on April 9 in the 1700 block of N. Harding Avenue.

  • On January 23, Roldan allegedly approached Garay's parked car and opened fire around 9 p.m.
  • Roldan was arrested on April 9.

The players

Jonathan Roldan

A 35-year-old Chicago resident who has been charged with first-degree murder in the shooting death of Andrew William Garay.

Andrew William Garay

A 30-year-old army veteran who was fatally shot while sitting in a parked car in Humboldt Park.

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What’s next

Roldan's next court date is scheduled for Sunday, April 14.

The takeaway

This tragic case underscores the ongoing need for comprehensive solutions to address gun violence in Chicago, including support for veterans and their families, mental health resources, and community-based violence prevention programs.