Chicago City Wire

A recent briefing by Chicago Police Department (CPD) officials on the investigation into the brutal murder of 63-year-old George Levin in Norwood Park has sparked controversy after an alderman’s question about the suspects' immigration status was allegedly swiftly shut down.

Sources familiar with the meeting reported that during the update, Ald. Anthony Napolitano of the 41st Ward directly asked if the suspects were in the country illegally. 

In response, a CPD lawyer allegedly quickly intervened, declaring that the question was off-limits, leaving many to speculate that there may be higher political pressure behind the refusal to address the issue.

Murder victim George Levin. | Facebook / George Levin

The meeting, attended by several aldermen, was designed to provide updates on the case, which has garnered significant public attention due to the violent nature of the crime.

The investigation, which has sparked outrage and concern within the community, has also drawn attention to the ongoing debate over illegal immigration in Chicago. 

Levin, a local businessman, was found bound and gagged in his home, and authorities believe he suffocated after being restrained. 

Sources suggest that the CPD's response, particularly the refusal to discuss the immigration status of the suspects, may have been influenced by directives from higher up in city leadership, potentially including Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson. 

This has fueled accusations that there is a deliberate effort to suppress information that could potentially stir public debate about illegal immigration in the city.

Two illegal alien suspects, one from Ecuador and one from Venezuela, are facing charges of murder and robbery, having allegedly targeted Levin through the gay dating app Grindr. 

One the suspects in the murder was reportedly wearing a GPS tracking device at the time of the crime. 

The device, which may have been issued by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), further raises concerns about illegal immigration enforcement in Chicago. 

The crime is believed to have been an ambush, with the suspects using deceit to gain access to Levin's home before killing him. 

Sex toys and pornography were reportedly discovered alongside Levin’s body, suggesting the violent assault had another disturbing layer to it.   

The crime took a chilling turn when Levin’s sister unknowingly encountered one of the suspects after hearing loud noises coming from her brother’s living quarters. She was told by the unknown man who was with Levin that he would have him call her, but no call ever came in. 

Later, around 10:45 p.m., she found Levin’s bedroom door locked from the inside, and after forcing it open, discovered his body, partially clothed with a sock in his mouth. His belongings, including his phone, wallet and car keys, were missing.

Security footage allegedly captured the suspects entering and leaving Levin’s home, and one suspect is believed to have stolen Levin’s car, while both charged his credit cards. 

Authorities later traced the stolen car to the area where the suspects were staying, reportedly in housing reserved for illegal aliens. 

The murder has deeply shaken the normally quiet neighborhood, with neighbors remembering Levin as a kind, private man.

The case has continued to garner widespread attention as it highlights growing concerns over crime involving illegal aliens in Chicago.