Nicholas John Narolewski, a 22-year-old man from Chicago, IL, was tragically shot and killed on November 7, 2021. The incident occurred in a parking lot in the 3100 block of South Ashland Avenue in the McKinley Park neighborhood. According to reports, Narolewski was in the parking lot around 4:10 p.m. when he was shot multiple times. He was transported to Stroger Hospital, where he was pronounced dead shortly after his arrival.
The investigation revealed that Narolewski was unarmed at
the time of the shooting. The suspect, identified as 19-year-old Adrian Soto, was allegedly involved in a confrontation with Narolewski. Soto, who was dating Narolewski's ex-girlfriend, had accompanied her to the parking lot to pick up her two children from Narolewski. During the exchange, Soto approached Narolewski and an argument ensued. Soto then pulled out a 9mm handgun and fired multiple shots, striking Narolewski six times. Soto fled the scene but was later identified by several witnesses and surveillance footage.
Adrian Soto was arrested and charged with first-degree murder for the killing of Nicholas John Narolewski. Soto was also linked to another murder case that occurred in January 2022, where he allegedly opened fire at a home, resulting in the death of Hector Flores. Soto was held without bail and faced multiple charges, including murder and attempted murder, in both cases. The evidence against Soto included DNA matches from the gun and clothing discarded at the scene, as well as matching shell casings.
The case against Soto for the murder of Nicholas John Narolewski is ongoing, with court proceedings and further investigations continuing to unfold. Narolewski's death has left a profound impact on his family and community, as they seek justice for the senseless act of violence that claimed his life.
