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Kentucky Man Gets 18-Year Sentence for Mall Shooting Grundy pleaded guilty to aggravated battery with a firearm after prosecutors said he fired multiple shots at three people, injuring a woman, in the Yorktown Mall parking lot in 2022. A Kentucky man has been sentenced to 18 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections for opening fire at Yorktown Mall in Lombard in November 2022, DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin announced Aug. 10. Ronald Grundy, 26, of Louisville, pleaded guilty Monday in DuPage County Circuit Court to one count of aggravated battery with a firearm, a Class X felony. Judge Margaret O’Connell sentenced Grundy to 18 years in prison following his plea. Grundy has been held at the DuPage County Jail since November 2022. On Nov. 15, 2022, he appeared in bond court, where the court granted the state’s petition to deny him bail. The case against Grundy’s co-defendant, Jakobi Kinsey, 27, of the 3200 block of W. Douglas Boulevard in Chicago, remains pending. Kinsey is charged with one count of aggravated battery with a firearm and three counts of aggravated discharge of a firearm, a Class 1 felony. He is scheduled to appear in court Sept. 1 before Judge O’Connell. According to prosecutors, Lombard police responded to a report of shots fired at Yorktown Mall near the JCPenney parking lot at approximately 3:05 p.m. on Nov. 11, 2022.
Police spoke with three victims — two men and a woman — who allegedly had been confronted by Grundy and Kinsey inside the mall. Grundy was reportedly wearing a ski mask. The victims later left the mall and went to their vehicle. Prosecutors allege that the defendants spotted the vehicle, entered their own vehicle and drove toward the victims. Grundy allegedly leaned out of the passenger-side window and fired multiple shots at the victims, striking the female victim in the arm. The defendants then allegedly fled the area. Police recovered five spent 9mm shell casings while processing the scene. The injured woman was taken to a local hospital, where she underwent surgery to remove the bullet. She has since recovered from her injuries. The investigation led police to a Chicago address, where Kinsey was arrested Nov. 12, 2022. Grundy was arrested Nov. 14 at an address in Cook County.
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“It is a privilege to be recognized by the Association of Illinois Electric Cooperatives,” said State Senator Sue Rezin (R-Morris). “Throughout my time in the General Assembly, I have had the opportunity to work alongside many dedicated cooperative leaders who are committed to serving their members and communities. I am grateful for this honor and remain committed to advancing practical energy policies that support reliability, affordability, and a strong future for Illinois.” Electric cooperatives play an important role in delivering safe and reliable electricity to communities
across rural Illinois. Rezin has worked closely with cooperative leaders and other energy stakeholders on issues affecting grid reliability, energy affordability, infrastructure, and the state’s long-term energy future. “We are proud to recognize Senator Rezin with our Illinois Electric Cooperative Public Service Award,” said Craig Sondgeroth, President/ CEO of the Association of Illinois Electric Cooperatives. “Throughout her time in the Illinois Senate, she has been a steadfast supporter of electric cooperatives and the rural communities that we serve. She understands the important role that cooperatives play in providing safe, reliable, and affordable electricity while strengthening local economies.” As Co-Chair of the National Conference of State Legislatures’ Energy Supply Task Force and a member of the Senate Energy and Public Utilities Committee, Rezin has been a leading voice on policies that strengthen Illinois’ diverse energy portfolio, improve reliability, and ensure the state can meet growing energy demand while keeping costs affordable for consumers.
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FROM THE COVER ’SHOOTING’ “At the onset of the busy shopping season during a three-day holiday weekend, Mr. Grundy opened fire in the middle of the afternoon in the parking lot of a popular mall,” Berlin said. “The complete disregard for human life and the rule of law Mr. Grundy exhibited that day is almost unimaginable.”
ered from her injury,” Berlin said. He also thanked Assistant State’s Attorneys Katharine Walker and Nicole Wilkes-English for their work on the case.
Berlin added that DuPage County law enforcement remains committed to protecting residents, businesses and visitors and holding those responsible for violent crimes accountable.
Authorities reminded the public that the charges against Kinsey are allegations and are not proof of guilt. Kinsey is presumed innocent and is entitled to a fair trial, during which the government must prove his guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
“We are all very thankful that the victim in this case has since recov-
Grundy will be required to serve 85% of his sentence before becoming eligible for parole.
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JOSE PROA,
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Notice is hereby given to BRIAN SERRANO and any other interested party
PORT, State of Illinois. Letters of office were issued on July 13, 2026, to MICHAEL A.
of the death of JOSE PROA, of Lockport, State of Illinois. Letters of office were issued
BESLAN, of Lemont, State of Illinois, whose attorney is T. Andrew Coyle of 131 East
on July 30, 2026, to JOSE M. PROA, of Bolingbrook, State of Illinois, whose attorney is
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T. Andrew Coyle of 131 East 9th Street, Lockport, IL 60441.
Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court at
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Court Annex, 3208 McDonough Street, Joliet, Illinois 60431, or with the representative,
Court Annex, 3208 McDonough Street, Joliet, Illinois 60431, or with the representative,
or both, on or before January 29, 2027, which date is not less than 6 months from the
or both, on or before February 19, 2027, which date is not less than 6 months from the
date of the first publication of this notice and any claim not filed within that period is
date of the first publication of this notice and any claim not filed within that period is
barred.
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Copies of any claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representa-
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tive and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed.
tive and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed. JOSE PROA, DECEASED
JAMES E. BESLAN, DECEASED /s/ T. Andrew Coyle
/s/ T. Andrew Coyle
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Top 5 reasons to draw up a will It is easy to put off estate planning for another day. But having a legally binding will drawn up is one of the most important financial and personal decisions a person can make. A will is not merely a document for the wealthy who have significant portfolios and real estate holdings. A will is a vital tool that honors a person’s wishes, protects their assets and spares their loved ones unnecessary hardships during a time of profound grief. Here are the top five reasons why drawing up a will is important. 1. Control asset distribution Without a will, a person will die intestate. According to MetLife, state intestacy laws dictate who inherits a person’s property, regardless of the decedent’s actual relationships or verbal promises. A will gives an individual sole authority to decide exactly who receives their real estate, savings, family heirlooms, and investments, preventing potential disputes among surviving relatives. 2. Appoint a guardian for minor children For parents, this is often the most
critical function of a will. If both parents pass away unexpectedly without naming a legal guardian for their minor children, a court will decide who raises them, indicates Snyder Law. A will allows people to choose a trusted individual who shares their values, ensuring children are cared for by someone who parents and children know and trust.
3. Streamline the probate process All estates must go through probate in the United States. Investopedia says probate is the court-supervised process of distributing assets. Dying without a will complicates and prolongs this process, requiring the court to appoint an administrator and trace legal heirs. A valid will accelerates probate, minimizes legal fees, and allows beneficiaries to access their inheritance much faster. 4. Designate an executor An executor manages the decedent’s estate — paying off final debts, closing accounts, and distributing assets according to instructions, indicates TIAA. By drawing up a will, one can select a reliable, highly capable individual to handle these complex duties, rather than leaving them to the court.
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