Cook County Judge steps aside after release of domestic violence suspect who allegedly killed his wife.

Cook County Judge Thomas Nowinski, who released domestic violence suspect Constantin Beldie on electronic monitoring, is no longer handling such cases after Beldie allegedly killed his wife, Lacramioara Beldie. Chief Judge Timothy Evans' office is investigating policy gaps and providing additional training to judges handling domestic violence cases. Nowinski stepped aside due to anonymous threats.

November 27, 2024
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