Chicago Woman Charged with Boyfriend's Murder Searched Google for Music Before Incident

Chicago Woman Charged with Boyfriend's Murder Searched Google for Music Before Incident

Chicago Woman Accused of Boyfriend’s Murder Danced While Handcuffed

Source: New York Post

Incident Overview

  • A 40-year-old Chicago woman, Whitney Wilcox, has been charged with the first-degree murder of her boyfriend, Jeremy Rodgers, aged 46.
  • Wilcox was initially arrested shortly after the incident in February but was released without charges until new DNA evidence emerged.

Details of the Alleged Crime

  • The couple had a heated argument on February 26, which ended with Wilcox calling 911 to report Rodgers had been stabbed.
  • Despite reporting the stabbing, Wilcox claimed she did not know who was responsible.

Unusual Behavior During Arrest

  • While awaiting police questioning during her recent arrest on December 2, Wilcox allegedly asked her Google device to play music and began dancing in her living room, all while handcuffed.
  • This bizarre behavior has garnered significant media attention amidst the serious allegations against her.

Evidence Leading to Charges

  • Investigators found a bloody knife in the couple's apartment, which was found to have Wilcox's DNA on the handle and Rodgers' blood on the blade.
  • Rodgers reportedly blamed Wilcox as he received medical attention, contradicting her claim of self-defense.

Current Status

  • Wilcox is currently being held without bail, with her next court appearance scheduled for December 24.
  • The case is unfolding, and further details are expected as the trial approaches.