Husband of woman found dead at South Loop high-rise arrested for assault, officials say

A man has been arrested in connection with the case of his wife, Caitlin Tracey, who was found dead last fall in a South Loop high-rise stairwell. Adam Paul Beckerink was taken into custody on a warrant from Berrien County, Michigan, for aggravated assault, although it remains unclear if this charge is linked to Tracey's death.

Tracey fell from the 24th floor of the building where her husband resided, and her body was discovered at the bottom of the stairwell on October 27. Court documents reveal that prior to her death, Tracey had accused Beckerink of abuse.

Following the incident, Beckerink was interrogated by authorities but was released without any charges being filed against him at that time. The circumstances surrounding Tracey's fall and her death remain under investigation.

Details regarding the aggravated assault charge against Beckerink have not yet been disclosed. He is expected to appear in court on Monday to address the charges.

While the investigation continues, the connection between Beckerink's assault charge and Tracey’s tragic demise has yet to be established, leaving many questions unanswered.