Two Arrested in Urgent Murder-for-Hire Shooting in Beach Park

BREAKING: Two men are in custody following a shocking murder-for-hire shooting that left a Beach Park man dead. The Lake County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that Cristian Ruval-Cavatorres, 29, of Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin, was arrested on November 5, 2023, and is currently held in the Racine County jail on charges of attempted first-degree murder and firearms offenses.

This chilling incident occurred at approximately 5:20 AM as the victim, whose identity has yet to be released, was warming up his car at his residence located in the 34800 block of North Sheridan Road. Tragically, he succumbed to his injuries over the weekend.

Authorities report that Ruval-Cavatorres was allegedly hired to carry out the shooting. The individual who allegedly commissioned the attack has also been apprehended, although charges against him have not yet been filed. Details are still emerging, and police are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding this case.

Security footage revealed a suspicious vehicle cruising slowly through the neighborhood the day prior to the shooting. Law enforcement traced the license plate back to Ruval-Cavatorres, leading to his capture during a traffic stop in Mount Pleasant. During the arrest, officers recovered a pistol and a mobile phone that connected him to the planning of this heinous act.

Sheriff John Idleburg stated, “Our detectives swiftly uncovered a significant amount of evidence that led them to the offender, as well as to identifying and arresting the individual who ordered the shooting. We will continue to hold relentlessly violent offenders accountable.”

The investigation is ongoing, and the authorities are urging anyone with information related to this case to come forward. The swift response by law enforcement highlights their commitment to ensuring justice and safety within the community.

As the situation develops, this incident raises serious concerns about the prevalence of violent crime and the lengths to which individuals will go to settle disputes. Stay tuned for updates as more information becomes available.