Two Custodians Found Dead at Chicago Elementary School; One Death Investigated as Homicide
Two people, identified as custodians aged 63 and 48, were found shot to death inside Mark Twain Elementary School in Chicago. One death is being investigated as a homicide, and the circumstances leading to the shooting are unclear.
Charlotte, NC, August 10, 2026 —
Two individuals, identified as school custodians aged 63 and 48, were discovered fatally shot inside Mark Twain Elementary School in Chicago. Authorities are currently investigating one of the deaths as a homicide.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear. Law enforcement officials have not yet released further details regarding how the incident occurred or if any suspects are being sought.
The discovery was made inside the school premises. Details regarding the exact location within the school where the bodies were found have not been provided.
One of the deaths is officially being treated as a homicide, indicating that foul play is suspected. The other death’s classification is pending further investigation or has not been disclosed.
Mark Twain Elementary School is located in Chicago. Information about whether the school was in session at the time of the discovery or any potential impact on students and staff has not been released.
The investigation is ongoing, and officials have stated that more information will be released as it becomes available. No further details about the victims, the timeline of events, or potential motives have been made public.
Story summarized from the original created by Brandy Beard on www.wbtv.com, see more information here.
