Mario D. Frazier, 30, who was stabbed on the Far South Side late last week, has died, and his death has been ruled a homicide, authorities said. The attack followed an argument in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood, and detectives said a woman was taken into custody in connection with the incident. The Cook County medical examiner's finding formalizes an investigation that began the night police found Frazier critically injured.
The stabbing happened about 11:20 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 25, in the 7700 block of South Carpenter Street, police said. The woman allegedly stabbed Frazier in the neck with a sharp object. He was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center and died on Friday. Those details were reported by the Chicago Sun-Times.
Autopsy Ruling Confirms Homicide
"An autopsy Sunday determined Frazier died of multiple sharp force injuries and his death was ruled a homicide," according to the Chicago Sun-Times. The Cook County medical examiner's report moves the case into a homicide classification and directs detectives toward a focused criminal investigation. Police have not released details about a possible motive as detectives continue to gather evidence and interview witnesses.
Police Investigate; Suspect In Custody
Area Two detectives placed a 30-year-old woman into custody in connection with the case, police said, though authorities had not announced any formal charges as of Monday evening. Detectives are canvassing the neighborhood for witnesses and reviewing any available video to reconstruct what led to the argument and the stabbing. Officials emphasized the investigation is ongoing and asked anyone with information to come forward.
Another Violent Turn For The Far South Side
Auburn Gresham has seen multiple violent incidents this year, and neighbors have pushed for more attention to long-running safety concerns in the area. That pattern was underscored earlier this summer, when a Man Fatally Stabbed in the Auburn Gresham case drew a broad police response and community alarm. Local leaders and community groups continue to press for resources aimed at curbing repeat violence on the Far South Side.
What Comes Next
Because no charges had been made public, the case will likely be reviewed by prosecutors before any formal filing, as is standard in Cook County. If charges are pursued the Cook County State's Attorney's Office would announce them and the matter would proceed through the courts. If not, detectives may keep the investigation open while seeking more evidence. Anyone with information is asked to contact Area Two detectives or the Chicago Police tip line.
