Robert L. Wodka, an 82-year-old man from Niles, Illinois, tragically died on July 11, 2018, from a gunshot wound to the head. His death was ruled a homicide by the Cook County Medical Examiner's Office. The incident occurred at his home in the 8700 block of West Madison Street, where his body was found in the basement along with that of his 80-year-old wife, Maryann G. Wodka.
Maryann's death was determined to be a suicide.
The couple's daughter discovered their bodies when she came to check on them. According to police reports, both Robert and Maryann had suffered a single gunshot wound to the head, and a handgun was found near their bodies. A note was also located inside the home. The investigation revealed that Maryann shot Robert before turning the gun on herself.
There were no arrests or suspects identified in connection with Robert L. Wodka's death, as it was determined to be a murder-suicide involving his wife. The case did not lead to any litigations or further investigations, as the incident was ruled an isolated event with no threat to the community.
Robert L. Wodka's ethnicity was not disclosed in the available information. The tragic event left the community in shock, but authorities confirmed that there was no danger to the public.
