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Man Charged with Murder in November 10 Attack
 EVANSTON, IL - On November 10, 2020 at approximately 7:08 p.m., Evanston Police responded to a disturbance call at 524 Main St. in Evanston.
Upon arrival, officers located two male subjects in the hallway near the rear exit for Northshore Immediate Care. One subject, later identified as Daniel Murray, 71 years of age, was lying on the hallway floor unresponsive, bleeding from his left ear. The second subject later identified as Cory Gilmartin, 34 years old, was taken into custody regarding the battery investigation.
Daniel Murray was transported to St. Francis Hospital by Evanston Fire Department. Mr. Murray was admitted to Intensive Care and never regained consciousness. Daniel Murray succumb to his injuries on November 27, 2020.
Evanston Police detectives investigated the initial incident and worked with the Cook County States Attorney's office, subsequently charging Gilmartin with three counts of aggravated battery. On November 24, 2020, the charges were upgraded to attempted murder. Mr. Gilmartin was ordered held in Cook County Jail with no bond.
After the passing of Daniel Murray, Evanston Police detectives again worked with the Cook County States Attorney's office and charged Cory Gilmartin with murder.
Offender
Gilmartin, Cory Michael 34 year old male
100 block of Home Ave., Mishawaka, IN
Charges
6 felony counts of First Degree Murder
Bond and Court Information
The offender is being held in the Cook County Jail with no bond. His next court date is December 18, at the Skokie Courthouse.
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Media Relations: Commander Brian Henry
bhenry@cityofevanston.org
Phone: 847-866-5026
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