CHICAGO () — Chicago police have charged a man in the fatal stabbing of CTA worker Julian Mobley at a Green Line station.
Mobley was stabbed to death Thursday. The rail janitor is survived by his wife, a toddler and his 14-year-old daughter.
Union leaders said Mobley was helping a coworker when the attack occurred. According to the union, a rider was spraying mace at a customer service assistant during a dispute over a fare. Mobley intervened and was stabbed.
Police announced Sunday that 37-year-old Chevazz Campbell faces charges of first-degree murder, armed robbery and bringing weapons onto the CTA.
CONTINUE READING: Fiona Lowe’s Friend Says ‘Something Happened’ to Her After Palisades Fire
Authorities said Campbell has prior felony convictions.
Campbell is scheduled to appear in court Sunday.
The CTA issued the following statement Thursday:
“The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) is deeply saddened by the death of a beloved CTA employee at the Damen Green Line station today. We extend our heartfelt condolences to our colleague’s family, loved ones and coworkers.
