Man Sexually Assaulted, Stabbed Aurora Teen To Death: State's Attorney

AURORA, IL — A 26-year-old Aurora man has been charged with 12 offenses, including two counts of first-degree murder, after he sexually assaulted and stabbed a teenage girl to death on Aug. 4, officials at the Kane County State's Attorney's Office said Monday.

Police allege during the morning of Aug. 4, José Juan Gonzalez — who lived in the same residence as the girl, in the 900 block of Lebanon Street — stabbed Lizbeth Muro twice in the chest, killing her.

Family members found the teen dead in her residence, Patch reported.

The man was charged with the following offenses:

• First-degree murder, Class M felony, 2 counts
• Aggravated criminal sexual assault, Class X felony, 4 counts
• Armed violence, Class X felony
• Aggravated domestic battery, Class 2 felony
• Aggravated battery, Class 3 felony, 2 counts
• Unlawful use of a weapon by a felon, Class 3 felony

Gonzalez's bail was set at $5 million, with 10 percent to apply for bond. His next court appearance is set for Friday at the Kane County Judicial Center.