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Mayor’s neighbor gets 20 years for murdering woman across the street from First Family’s home

Last updated: August 2, 2025 4:45 am
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Mayor Brandon Johnson’s Neighbor Sentenced to 20 Years for Brutal Murder

Arnel Smith, a 66-year-old man living across the street from Mayor Brandon Johnson, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for the brutal killing of a woman with a baseball bat inside his home. The incident shocked the community and brought to light the dark and violent actions of a seemingly ordinary neighbor.

Smith pleaded guilty to a reduced charge of second-degree murder and received his sentence from Judge Alfredo Maldonado. Despite the severity of his crime, Smith will be eligible for release in less than 10 years due to Illinois’ “good behavior” sentencing credit.

During the court proceedings, it was revealed that the victim, a 41-year-old woman, suffered over 100 injuries to her head, scalp, and face. The medical examiner who conducted the autopsy described it as one of the most brutal cases they had ever seen.

The tragic events unfolded when Smith unexpectedly encountered the woman at a gas station and invited her back to his home. After smoking crack cocaine and engaging in a sexual act, Smith accused the woman of stealing money and refused to let her leave until she paid him back. The situation escalated quickly, leading to a violent confrontation where Smith used a baseball bat and shards of pottery to fatally injure the woman.


Arnel Smith is accused of murdering a woman with a baseball bat inside his home, directly across the street from Mayor Brandon Johnson’s house. (Google, Twitter, Chicago Police Department)

After the heinous act, Smith attempted to dispose of the woman’s body by wrapping it in a comforter and dragging it to an alley. However, his actions were caught on surveillance video, leading to his eventual arrest. Law enforcement officers found incriminating evidence in Smith’s home, including bloody clothing, the murder weapon, and broken pottery stained with blood.

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Despite his seemingly normal life prior to the crime, with no criminal record and a background in childhood development, Smith’s actions have left a permanent scar on the community. The senseless violence and brutality of the murder have shocked those who knew him.

Smith’s sentence includes credits for time served in jail awaiting trial and for participating in jail programs. However, the impact of his actions will linger for years to come, serving as a reminder of the darkness that can reside even in the most unexpected places.

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