Weapons — Aurora, IL — reported 2026-07-13

SUMMARY

The trial began in Kane County for an Aurora man accused of shooting Edwin Varela during a robbery.

KEY FACTS

  • Incident type: Weapons
  • Location: Aurora, IL
  • Date reported: 2026-07-13
  • Suspect: male, age 16
  • Victim(s): 1 (Edwin Varela, 19)

REPORTED DETAILS

  • Zahmeir Andrews is accused of shooting Edwin Varela in the 1300 block of North Glen Circle, Aurora.
  • The shooting occurred on August 20, 2023.
  • Andrews is charged with first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder and attempted armed robbery.
  • Varela was hit in the neck, chest and a shoulder during the shooting.