Glendale Heights, IL — A DuPage County jury convicted 59-year-old Richard Goodwin of first-degree murder and aggravated battery in the 2021 killing of Marek Krywko, a Hanover Park resident. The verdict was reached after roughly sixteen hours of deliberation concluding a four-day trial.
State’s Attorney Robert Berlin expressed relief and gratitude following the verdict, emphasizing the closure this might bring to the friends and family of Krywko. “This verdict is not just a legal outcome, but a crucial step toward justice for Marek Krywko’s loved ones,” Berlin stated.
The incident, which led to Krywko’s death, occurred on August 2, 2021. Hanover Park police responded to a disturbance at a residence on Pebblebeach Drive, where they discovered two gunshot victims. Krywko suffered a fatal wound to his femoral artery, whereas another victim sustained a less severe injury.
Investigations revealed that Goodwin, along with two women, visited the residence purportedly to buy marijuana from Krywko. The tragic sequence unfolded when Goodwin shot the female victim as she handed him a bottle of water, then turned the gun on Krywko before fleeing the scene.
Goodwin was apprehended later that month without incident at his home. He has been in custody since his arrest, following his bond court appearance on August 31, 2021, where a $500,000 full cash bond was set.
Authorities including the Hanover Park Police Department, the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, and police departments from Naperville and Carol Stream were involved in the case. The cross-departmental collaboration was highlighted by Berlin as a vital component of the investigative efforts, which he credited for the swift resolution of the case.
Assistant State’s Attorneys Louisa Nuckolls, Alyssa Rabulinski, and Daniel Orescanin were acknowledged by Berlin for their roles in securing the conviction. Goodwin’s next court appearance is scheduled for March 4, 2025, for post-trial motions and the return of the pre-sentence report.
Furthermore, Berlin noted an interesting detail about one of the newer members of the State’s Attorney’s Office, a facility dog named Crew who participated in his first felony jury trial with this case. Crew’s involvement is noted as having had a positive impact on the proceedings. Celebrating the trial’s outcome, Crew’s tradition in the office was honored by cutting his tie, which will be preserved to commemorate his first trial victory.
This article was automatically generated by Open AI. Details including individuals, events, and dates may not be accurate. Readers seeking precise information should view official court records or relevant authority statements. Corrections or requests for content review can be directed to [email protected].