Federal Authorities discovered two bodies this week buried under three feet of dirt in a remote area near Brainerd Avenue and the Illinois-Indiana state line.
On Thursday, they were removed from the site and now federal authorities are beginning the process of trying to prove what happened and who is responsible.
The bodies were discovered deep in the woods near an abandoned chemical and fertilizer plant. The FBI developed some new information about case that a spokeswoman described as a long-term investigation. Using grave warmers provided by the Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Chicago, agents unearthed two sets of human remains buried near a pile of rubble.
A source says the two victims were men, both bodies were decomposed and may have been there for a year.
The Cook County Medical Examiner's office is conducting autopsies, but the results are not complete and details are not being released due to the pending criminal investigation.
Carl Carlsson owns one of the shuttered business buildings just across the state line and says it doesn't surprise him that a few bodies were found there.
"Nope, not at all. There's probably a lot more back there," Carlsson says.
In fact, an FBI agent on the scene had the same impression. Illinois and federal records indicate this area is a superfund site, contaminated by debris dumped here in the 80's.
A report on the GAO's website indicates a wrecking company added 10 to 12 feet of debris to the existing grade, and it's not far from an area where Al Capone is rumored to have dumped bodies years ago.
The FBI would not specify what type of criminal activity the murders might be connected to, but a source did say the says the murders were not the result of an outfit hit.
The South Suburban Major Crimes Task Force is working with the FBI and charges stemming from this investigation could come soon. At this point, the agencies have not determined whether potential suspects would be charged with federal or state crimes.
Thursday, May 16 2013 9:49 PM EDT2013-05-17 01:49:53 GMT
Mayor Emanuel will celebrate two years in office by unveiling "Elevate Chicago" on Thursday, a series of construction projects to improve Navy Pier and McCormick Place.
Mayor Emanuel will celebrate two years in office by unveiling "Elevate Chicago" on Thursday, a series of construction projects to improve Navy Pier and McCormick Place.
Monday, May 20 2013 9:42 AM EDT2013-05-20 13:42:49 GMT
Twelve people have been charged with misdemeanor offenses after police responded to groups of teens running through traffic on North Michigan Avenue and elsewhere on the Gold Coast.
Twelve people have been charged with misdemeanor offenses after police responded to groups of teens running through traffic on North Michigan Avenue and elsewhere on the Gold Coast.
Monday, May 20 2013 9:40 AM EDT2013-05-20 13:40:07 GMT
The derailment of an Amtrak City of New Orleans train on the Near South Side Sunday morning led to delays and a couple cancellations for trains on Metra's Rock Island District line.
The derailment of an Amtrak City of New Orleans train on the Near South Side Sunday morning led to delays and a couple cancellations for trains on Metra's Rock Island District line.
Monday, May 20 2013 8:51 AM EDT2013-05-20 12:51:02 GMT
Chicago teachers, parents and students are hitting the streets for a third and final day of citywide marches in protest of Mayor Rahm Emanuel's proposal to close dozens of schools.
Chicago teachers, parents and students are hitting the streets for a third and final day of citywide marches in protest of Mayor Rahm Emanuel's proposal to close dozens of schools.
Monday, May 20 2013 8:38 AM EDT2013-05-20 12:38:56 GMT
Clinton Shepherd, Pier Park Operations Manager, is trying to set a new world record for the longest time riding a Ferris Wheel. He was stationed at Navy Pier Thursday, preparing for this weekend's marathon event.
Clinton Shepherd, Pier Park Operations Manager, is trying to set a new world record for the longest time riding a Ferris Wheel. He was stationed at Navy Pier Thursday, preparing for this weekend's marathon event.
Monday, May 20 2013 8:20 AM EDT2013-05-20 12:20:38 GMT
Five people have been killed and at least 18 others wounded — including a 12-year-old boy left in critical condition — in shootings across the city since Friday night.
Five people have been killed and at least 18 others wounded — including a 12-year-old boy left in critical condition — in shootings across the city since Friday night.
Sunday, May 19 2013 6:44 PM EDT2013-05-19 22:44:15 GMT
Skokie Police Chief Tony Scarpelli said Sunday police still have no suspect in custody in connection with a shooting Friday night near just outside of Westfield's Old Orchard Shopping Center.
Skokie Police Chief Tony Scarpelli said Sunday police still have no suspect in custody in connection with a shooting Friday night near just outside of Westfield's Old Orchard Shopping Center.
Monday, May 20 2013 10:36 AM EDT2013-05-20 14:36:21 GMT
Connecticut commuters endured slow trips to work Monday following last week's train collision that that injured 72 people and disrupted rail service into New York City.
Connecticut commuters endured slow trips to work Monday following last week's train collision that that injured 72 people and disrupted rail service into New York City.
Monday, May 20 2013 5:58 AM EDT2013-05-20 09:58:10 GMT
The Connecticut Department of Transportation and Metro-North Railroad released the following information regarding service on the New Haven commuter rail line
The Connecticut Department of Transportation and Metro-North Railroad released the following information regarding service on the New Haven commuter rail line
