A sombre mood envelops the city of Joliet as authorities conduct a thorough investigation into a tragic incident that claimed the lives of a woman and her estranged husband. The Joliet Police Department was alerted to the harrowing scene on Saturday morning after receiving reports of a woman being stabbed in the street in the 3400 block of Pandola Avenue.
Upon arrival at the scene shortly after 11 a.m., officers were met with a distressing sight. A 35-year-old woman lay in the roadway, her body bearing several stab wounds to the chest. Nearby, in a driveway, they discovered the lifeless body of a 32-year-old man, also with multiple stab wounds to the chest. Preliminary findings revealed that the man was the woman’s estranged husband, and the couple was amidst divorce proceedings at the time of the incident.
According to reports from witnesses and law enforcement, the sequence of events unfolded as follows: the man, armed with a kitchen knife, confronted the woman at her residence, sparking a commotion that prompted her to flee. Pursuing her, he allegedly caught up with her on the street and inflicted multiple stab wounds to her chest. Subsequently, in a tragic turn of events, the man turned the knife on himself, inflicting fatal wounds before collapsing in the driveway.
The victims, identified as Haley Covarrubias and her estranged husband, were rushed to the hospital, where medical personnel sadly confirmed their passing. Amidst the chaos, officers were able to locate and ensure the safety of the couple’s three-year-old child, who was present at the residence throughout the ordeal. The Department of Children and Family Services was promptly notified to ensure the child’s well-being.
As the investigation progresses, authorities have assured the community that there is no immediate threat, as the incident appears to be targeted and related to domestic matters. The Will County Coroner’s Office will undertake the task of officially identifying the deceased and determining the cause of death.
In the wake of this heartbreaking tragedy, the community of Joliet mourns the loss of Haley Covarrubias and her estranged husband. The investigation into this devastating event continues, with law enforcement officers diligently working to uncover the circumstances surrounding this senseless act of violence. As details emerge, our hearts go out to all affected by this profound loss, and we stand together in solidarity and support during this difficult time.
