Police are investigating the death of Maria Delgado, a 54-year-old woman from Gage Park, Chicago, who passed away at Stroger Hospital. Delgado had been hospitalized since October 9 after experiencing a fall during an unspecified event.
On the way to the hospital, Delgado was involved in an argument with a 58-year-old man. The dispute pertained to the circumstances surrounding her fall. During the argument, the man struck Delgado’s face in the 3900 block of West 58th Street, located in the West Elsdon neighborhood, as reported by the Chicago police.
Following the incident, the man was taken into custody at the hospital and charged with a misdemeanor count of domestic battery. Despite medical efforts, Delgado died on Saturday afternoon. The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed her death but stated that the specific cause remains undetermined pending results from the ongoing police investigation and additional studies.
Chicago police have said that the investigation, led by the Wentworth Area detectives, continues to be active as authorities seek clarity on the events leading to Delgado’s death.